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Semaj J. Morgan

Semaj J. Morgan

West Bloomfield,MI

Summary

Professional Summary

Semaj remains one of the most decorated freshmen in Michigan football history. He is a National Champion on and off the field, embodying the values of a "True Michigan Man." Professional athlete prepared for high-performance environments. Brings valuable experience in competitive sports and history of impactful contributions to team success. Focused on collaboration and achieving results, always dependable and adaptable to changing game dynamics. Known for strategic thinking and physical endurance. Student-athlete, communicating with teammates, and coaches to solve problems, leveraging diplomatic skills. Balance full class schedule with athletics through efficiency and determination. Self-motivated to work toward ultimate goals.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Michigan Football Player

Universityof Michigan Football
01.2023 - Current

At Michigan
• Two-time All-Big Ten selection as a return specialist (honorable mention, coaches, 2023-24; honorable mention, media, 2023)
• Academic All-Big Ten honoree (2024)
• One-year letterman (2023)
• Has appeared in 26 games at wide receiver (special teams in 14) with three starts

Sophomore (2024)
• All-Big Ten honoree as a return specialist (honorable mention, coaches)
• Caught two passes for eight yards, rushed once for nine yards, and returned two punts for 32 yards against Fresno State (Aug. 31)
• Made his first career start at wide receiver against Texas (Sept. 7) and caught five passes for 45 yards including a 31-yard touchdown
• Caught two passes and added a 13-yard rush against Arkansas State (Sept. 14)
• Made three catches playing wide receiver and returned three punts contributing on special teams against USC (Sept. 21)
• Ran once for five yards and caught a 21-yard pass at Washington (Oct. 5)
• Caught four passes for 24 yards at Illinois (Oct. 19)
• Ran once for seven yards and caught three passes for 12 yards against Michigan State (Oct. 26)
• Caught an eight-yard pass and rushed once starting against Oregon (Nov. 2)
• Made two receptions and returned one punt at Indiana (Nov. 9)
• Contributed as a wide receiver at Ohio State (Nov. 30), with one target


Freshman (2023)
• Appeared in all 15 games at wide receiver and contributed on special teams in 14 games (three games returning punts; 14 games returning kickoffs); caught 22 passes for 204 yards with two touchdowns with four carries for 67 yards and two touchdowns; returned 12 kicks for 186 yards and returned three punts for 101 yards to earn his first varsity letter
• All-Big Ten selection (honorable mention, coaches and media)
• Twice shared Offensive Player of the Week honors for his performance against Purdue, at Maryland
• Six times named Offensive Freshman of the Game for his performance against UNLV, Rutgers, Indiana, at Minnesota, at Michigan State, at Penn State
• Twice shared Special Teams Freshman of the Game following his performance against Indiana, against Iowa in the Big Ten Championship
• Made his U-M debut playing wide receiver against ECU (Sept. 2)
• Caught his first pass as a Wolverine, a 12-yard reception, playing against UNLV (Sept. 9); also contributed on special teams including a 28-yard kick return
• Played at wide receiver and kick returner against Bowling Green (Sept. 16) and carried once for four yards
• Caught his first collegiate touchdown, an 18-yard score, playing wide receiver and out of the slot against Rutgers (Sept. 23); finished with two catches for 26 yards and an eight-yard kickoff return
• Made an eight-yard reception playing wide receiver and also contributed on special teams at Nebraska (Sept. 30)
• Caught two passes for 13 yards and returned one kickoff playing wide receiver and contributing on special teams at Minnesota (Oct. 7)
• Caught a seven-yard touchdown for his second career score while playing wide receiver against Indiana (Oct. 14); returned two kickoffs 36 yards
• Caught three passes for 39 yards playing wide receiver at Michigan State (Oct. 21); returned one kickoff 16 yards
• Scored a 44-yard end-around rushing touchdown and caught two passes for 27 yards against Purdue (Nov. 4); also returned one kickoff 21 yards
• Caught two passes for 17 total yards at Penn State (Nov. 11) and also returned kickoffs
• Scored a touchdown at Maryland (Nov. 18) on a 13-yard rush and also caught two passes for 16 yards
• Played on special teams and caught a pass against Ohio State (Nov. 25) but lost yardage
• Set a conference championship game record on his first career punt return, an 87-yarder against Iowa in the Big Ten Championship (Dec. 2)
• Against Alabama in the Rose Bowl/CFP Semifinal (Jan. 1), caught four passes for 24 yards, returned two punts for 14 yards, and registered a six-yard rush
• Returned two kickoffs and caught one pass playing wide receiver against Washington in the CFP National Championship Game (Jan. 8)

CAREER HIGHS

Rushing
Attempts: 1, 4x - last vs. Alabama (Jan. 1, 2024)
Yards: 44 - vs. Purdue (Nov. 4, 2023)
TDs: 1, 2x - last at Maryland (Nov. 18, 2023)
Long: 44 - vs. Purdue (Nov. 4, 2023)

Receiving
• Catches
: 5 - vs. Texas (Sept. 7, 2024)
• Yards: 45 - vs. Texas (Sept. 7, 2024)
• TDs: 1, 3x - last vs. Texas (Sept. 7, 2024)
• Long: 35 - vs. UNLV (Sept. 9, 2023)

Kick Returns
Returns: 2 - vs. Indiana (Oct. 14, 2023)
Yards: 36 - vs. Indiana (Oct. 14, 2023)
TDs: none
Long: 28, 2x - last vs. Indiana (Oct. 14, 2023)

Punt Returns
Returns: 3 - vs. USC (Sept. 21, 2024)
Yards: 87 - vs. Iowa (Dec. 2, 2023)
TDs: none
Long: 87 - vs. Iowa (Dec. 2, 2023)

Education

Bachelor of Science - General Studies

University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI
06-2026

Skills

  • Route Running
  • Hands and Catching ability
  • Yards after Catch (YAC)
  • Football IQ
  • Versitility
  • Athletic performance
  • Physical fitness
  • Endurance training
  • Agility drills
  • Ball control
  • Tactical awareness
  • Offensive contributor
  • Positioning skills
  • Communication skills
  • On-field decision making
  • Competitive mindset
  • Sportsmanship
  • Game preparation
  • Time management
  • Goal setting
  • Motivational skills
  • Leadership skills
  • Position versatility
  • Mental toughness
  • Focus under pressure
  • Adaptability
  • Opponent analysis
  • Game film study
  • Team spirit
  • Vision and creativity
  • Marking opponents
  • Season preparation
  • Goal orientation
  • Strength improvements
  • Team discipline
  • Playbook studying
  • Conditioning activities
  • Footage analysis
  • Athleticism
  • Competitive play

Timeline

Michigan Football Player

Universityof Michigan Football
01.2023 - Current

Bachelor of Science - General Studies

University of Michigan
Semaj J. Morgan