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A.J. Harris

Penn State

A.J. Harris

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

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