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A.J. Harris
Penn State
HT:
6010
WT:
191
YR:
JR
POS:
CB
OVR RK
20
POS RK
CEILING POTENTIAL
High-End Starter Potential
OVR RK
PLAYSTYLE & SCHEME FIT
A.J. Harris enters the 2025 season as one of the most battle-tested and scheme-diverse corners in college football. A former 5-star recruit and Georgia transfer, Harris stepped into a full-time starting role at Penn State in 2024 and immediately became the backbone of their secondary, earning All-Big Ten honors while logging 48 tackles, 4 TFLs, 5 PBUs, and a momentum-swinging interception vs. Illinois. Harris brings elite traits to the position—he’s sticky in man coverage, instinctive in zone, and delivers like a safety in run support. His long frame, twitchy feet, and high-end football IQ make him a natural fit for boundary roles in man-match and Cover 3 systems, though he also has enough versatility to function in quarters or rotate into nickel. His ball production and consistency can still improve, but Harris plays with controlled aggression and mental sharpness rarely seen in college corners. With another strong campaign, he could end Penn State’s long drought without a first-round DB and emerge as a plug-and-play NFL starter.
CEILING GRADE ANALYSIS
High-End Starter Potential (65-69)
A player expected to become a top-tier starter within their first few years. They possess strong physical tools and good technical skills but may have some limitations in their game. With development, they can reach near-elite levels and provide consistent impact at their position.
Primary scout:
Brandon Lundberg
KEY STRENGTHS
Physical and Long Build
Route Recognition and Processing
Slot Versatility
KEY WEAKNESSES
Handsy
Ball Skills
Zone Eye Discipline
PLAYER COMPARISONS