Gridiron Football Top 300: Peyton Morgan

Peyton Morgan is a 6’1″ 170 lbs defensive back for the Weiss Wolves in Pflugerville, Texas. Peyton is one of the country’s top safeties and his film shows easily why. Already having been offered by schools such. as Baylor, Houston, Colorado, and Texas Tech, he is going to make an impact at the next level. He is a ballhawk having 5 interceptions this past year in the top classification of all of Texas high school football. Every interception he has, he can easily take it to the house and will make an impact at the next level. His ball skills help him see where the ball is going to go, so he can help out his team. He is a defensive back who has a high IQ and is not afraid to hit. With a shuttle time of 4.2 seconds, that translates to the field as he lays big hits on the opposing offense. Check out our Q&A below.

When do you start playing football?

4 years old

What is your favorite thing about playing football?

Making big plays like big hits

What have you learned the most from your coach?

To stay locked in, and be humble

What is your favorite football memory?

Game winning interception my freshman year of high school

What sports do you play outside of football?

Track

Who is the player you idolize your game after?

Rodney Harrison

What is your favorite NFL team?

Dallas Cowboys

Who do you consider to be your role model?

My parents

How do you balance school and football?

Grind in both school and sports

How do you prepare for a game?

Lock in, listen to music, study the plays again just in case

What is your favorite post-game meal?

Chicken sandwich

What is the best aspect of your game?

My ball skills

What separates you from others?

I work harder and take it more serious than it needs to be

What is your definition of being a good teammate?

Showing up to practice, working hard, and leading by example