Once news broke that the Falcons were signing Rams defensive coordinator Raheem Morris as their next head coach, it didn’t take long for Morris’ current and former players to show their support.
Count Dolphins cornerback Jalen Ramsey among Morris’ biggest fans. Ramsey tweeted out some serious praise for Morris on Thursday, calling him “one of, if not the best coach in the NFL.”
Falcons got one of, if not the best coach in the NFL forreal! https://t.co/p24Q6U8aJv
— Jalen Ramsey (@jalenramsey) January 25, 2024
The three-time All-Pro and seven-time Pro-Bowler wasn’t the only person excited to see Morris get the job. Falcons defensive lineman Grady Jarrett, tight end Kyle Pitts and fullback Keith Smith also showed support for their new head coach on social media.
Grady Jarrett’s reaction to Raheem Morris’ hire. Every player seems excited. pic.twitter.com/QviXBEG199
— Michael Rothstein (@mikerothstein) January 25, 2024
Some Falcons player reactions:
Kyle Pitts & Keith Smith pic.twitter.com/QtCy8I2yH4— Michael Rothstein (@mikerothstein) January 25, 2024
Check out the best Twitter reactions now that the Falcons have hired Morris as the 19th coach in franchise history.