Published Dec 6, 2016
Michigan Football: QB Shane Morris Will Pursue A Grad Transfer
Chris Balas  •  Maize&BlueReview
Senior Editor

One-time five-star Shane Morris is pursuing a graduate transfer, ESPN.com reported Tuesday, and will not return to the Michigan football program. Morris will be eligible to play immediately next season.

Morris started two games and sat out last season, requesting a redshirt. He finished his career completing 47 of 92 passes for 434 yards in 15 games.

Morris sat behind Devin Gardner as a freshman until Gardner broke his foot in 2014. He started the Buffalo Wild Wings bowl and struggled in a loss to Kansas State.

During the 2014 season, Morris suffered what was revealed to be a “probable, mild concussion” after starting the Minnesota game but was allowed back to the field. Morris has never commented on the incident, but many believe it was a big factor in costing A.D. David Brandon his job.

Morris played some wide receiver this spring in addition to quarterback but never made the impact many expected.