Jerrell Harris (born July 8, 1989) is an American former professional football linebacker who attended the University of Alabama. Harris was an All-American in high school and was considered one of the better outside linebacker prospects of his class.[2]
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| Position: | Linebacker |
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| Born: | July 8, 1989 Gadsden, Alabama, U.S. |
| Height: | 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) |
| Weight: | 242 lb (110 kg) |
| Career information | |
| High school: | Gadsden (AL) City |
| College: | Alabama |
| Undrafted: | 2012 |
| Career history | |
| * Offseason and/or practice squad member only | |
| Career highlights and awards | |
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| Stats at Pro Football Reference | |
Early life
editHarris attended Gadsden City High School in Alabama, where he was a teammate of fellow Crimson Tide players Kendall Kelly and Dre Kirkpatrick. As a senior, he registered 145 tackles (97 solo), 16 tackles for loss, three pass break-ups, 20 quarterback pressures, four caused fumbles, three recovered fumbles. Harris also returned one fumble for a touchdown and scored on an interception return. He amassed 130 tackles, three interceptions and two sacks as a junior.
Considered a four-star recruit by Rivals.com, Harris was listed as the No. 3 outside linebacker prospect in the country, behind only Nigel Bradham and Arthur Brown.[3] Harris was also considered to be the best run stopper among all linebackers.[4] He chose Alabama over Auburn, Tennessee and Clemson, among others.
College career
editHe played college football at Alabama. As a member of the Crimson Tide, Harris was a member of two national championship teams.
Professional career
editAtlanta Falcons
editHarris went undrafted in the 2012 NFL draft and was later signed out of free agency by the Atlanta Falcons.[5]
Jacksonville Jaguars
editHe was signed to the Jacksonville Jaguars practice squad on September 26, 2012, and released on October 24.
New England Patriots
editHe was signed to the New England Patriots practice squad on November 6, 2012, a promotion to the active roster would have reunited him with former Alabama teammate, linebacker Dont'a Hightower. However, Harris was released from the New England Patriots practice squad a week later.
Oakland Raiders
editHe was signed by the Oakland Raiders to their practice squad on November 28, 2012. He was released by the Oakland Raiders on May 16, 2013.
San Diego Chargers
editOn August 5, 2013, Harris was signed by the San Diego Chargers.[6]
Montreal Alouettes
editHarris signed with the Montreal Alouettes on October 8, 2013.[7]
Denver Broncos
editHarris, along with seven other players, were signed to future contracts with the Denver Broncos on January 22, 2014.[8] The Broncos released him on August 24, 2014.[9]
Detroit Lions
editHarris, along with five other players, were signed to the practice squad with the Detroit Lions on September 17, 2014.[10] He was released on November 11, 2014.[11] He was re-signed on November 25, 2014. On August 4, 2015, Harris was released by the Lions.[12]
Dallas Cowboys
editHarris signed a reserve/futures contract with the Dallas Cowboys on January 20, 2016.[13]
References
edit- ^ Forde, Pat (January 7, 2010). "Saban's trademark plays key Bama's win". ESPN.com. Retrieved August 5, 2013.
- ^ NFL Draft - 2012 OLB Draft Prospects, CBSSports.com
- ^ Outside linebackers 2008, Rivals.com, January 17, 2008, archived from the original on April 13, 2009, retrieved November 17, 2015
- ^ LB Rankings: Best run stopper, Rivals.com, January 31, 2008
- ^ "Undrafted free-agent deals for all 32 NFL teams". NFL.com. April 29, 2012. Retrieved August 5, 2013.
- ^ Krasovic, Tom (August 5, 2013). "Chargers sign LB Harris". U-T San Diego.
- ^ "Alouettes add four to practice roster, Bowling comes out of retirement". MontrealAlouettes.com. Archived from the original on October 14, 2013. Retrieved March 18, 2014.
- ^ Moree, Brandon. "Broncos Sign Eight to Future Contracts". Denverbroncos.com. Archived from the original on January 25, 2014. Retrieved March 18, 2014.
- ^ "Broncos make first round of roster moves". Archived from the original on August 26, 2014. Retrieved August 25, 2014.
- ^ "Detroit Lions: Jerrell Harris". www.detroitlions.com. Archived from the original on October 5, 2014.
- ^ "Jerrell Harris". kffl.com. Archived from the original on December 4, 2014. Retrieved November 22, 2014.
- ^ Yuille, Sean (August 4, 2015). "Lions claim Jerel Worthy off waivers, release Jerrell Harris". prideofdetroit.com. Retrieved August 4, 2015.
- ^ Helman, David (January 20, 2016). "Cowboys Sign Two OL, One Linebacker To Reserve/Futures Contracts". DallasCowboys.com. Retrieved July 20, 2024.