Malik Gray

Height:
6-1
Weight:
197
Class:
Junior
Hometown:
Inman, S.C.
High School:
Chapman
Major:
Sports Studies

Made noteworthy climb on unit’s depth chart during the spring and will open junior campaign listed as a top reserve behind Davon Grayson at the “Z” receiver’s position … Should also contend for an active role on special teams during third season on ECU’s active roster … Has played in eight career contests, but did not record statistics as a redshirt freshman and sophomore … Opened spring scrimmage schedule in impressive fashion with four receptions for 76 yards and a pair of touchdowns on April 1 … On receiving end of a 46 and two-yard scoring strikes from Reid Herring … Followed with a two-catch, 29-yard effort during second tilt on April 7 before making four grabs for 18 yards and a TD (two-yarder from Herring) in the Purple-Gold Game (April 22).

2016: Provided quality depth to receiving corps and special teams unit by appearing in four games as a sophomore … Was not credited with any statistics (receptions or tackles) in outings against Western Carolina, UCF, Connecticut and SMU.

2015: Played in four contests as a reserve pass-catcher and special teams participant during redshirt freshman year … Made collegiate debut against Towson in season opener before following with outings vs. SMU, Temple and UCF … Did not record a reception or tally any tackles (special teams).

2014: Redshirted as a true freshman during first season in ECU program … Contributed solid performance preparing Pirate secondary in role on offensive scout team.

High School: Was Chapman High School’s top quarterback … Completed 108 passes for 1,876 yards and 18 touchdowns for coach Mark Hodge as a senior … Also picked up 667 ground yards and scored four times on 158 rushing attempts, while netting 10 receptions for 139 yards and a pair of TDs … Opened varsity career as a pass catcher before move to the signal-caller position … Led Panthers to a 10-4 record in 2013 … Senior campaign highlights include a 60-yard TD run to help CHS past Union and spark a five-game win streak … Key member of a squad that reached the state 3-A playoffs and before exiting with a setback in the semifinal round … Committed to the Pirates on Jan. 15 prior to his official visit.

Personal: Full name is Malik Divine Gray … Major is sports studies.