We had a lot of differences at first, lets just say that, Harris says. Its notable that Damein Harris largest third- quarter workloads eight touches against Missouri, six against Arkansas and four against Texas A&M came against the teams that played Alabama the closest. All Rights Reserved. Bears coach Matt Eberflus has said that Claypool is "day-to-day," but he has not revealed what the injury is. His 69 career receptions are the most at the position under Saban and are nearly twice the total of former All-SEC back Eddie Lacy. 1 receiver moving forward. Yes and no. But the Crimson Tide also featured their latest elite running back, Najee Harris. Only three seasons ago Derrick Henry toted the ball 395 times on the way to a Heisman Trophy. He is an avid entertainer to his colleagues. There were some touchy moments with Nick Saban too. 2021 First, let's break down the huge season that Harris had last year. The two had met briefly on the field after the Iron Bowl months earlier, and Harris wanted to see what the SEC running back-turned-trainer could do to help him improve. When I watch Najee Harris catch the football, I think of Matt Forte. Harris isnt a crazy pick at his current RB19 ADP in FFPC best-ball drafting (late in Round 3). Edwards-Helaire (shoulder) is out for Sunday night's game against the Steelers after missing the last two practices of the week. From culture shock to tragedy and the need to find patience within a powerhouse program, Harris Alabama experience had its rough edges. The athlete has participated in three of the Summer Olympics games. In other words, he doesnt just break one tackle then go down. 2005-2023 CBS INTERACTIVE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. At times, Harris runs upright at the point of contact, and while he was a tackle-breaking machine in college, I could see bigger linebackers being able to take him down when he gets to the NFL. If you want accurate rankings, you've come to the right place. In his sophomore year, Harris moved up the depth chart but was still splitting time with Damien Harris and Josh Jacobs. He added one catch for 10 yards. With six games over the next three days, there's a fairly hefty injury report, although only the running backs and receivers are contributing to the walking wounded as far as the skill positions go. That launched a 12-year career memorable for Lynch steamrolling prospective tacklers, his eccentric reluctance in dealing with the media (Im just here so I wont get fined) and his benevolence to Oakland, his hometown. If he lands with a team that needs a starter in 2021, lets say, for example, the Steelers or the Dolphins, Harris would legitimately push for top 10 RB production in redraft leagues this season. Here's how WBC offenses stack up with MLB's best. Remember back when we could trust Tom Brady to produce? Each of those shares was the largest for an Alabama RB since Derrick Henry's final season in 2015. Monitor Warren's status as well. Harris has good enough long speed, but he lacks the elite long speed to rip off huge runs consistently. Daily Notes: Najee Harris hurt on MNF, Damien Harris out Thursday, Ja'Marr Chase to return. Sports enterprise reporter Ron Kroichick has worked at The San Francisco Chronicle since 1995, when he came from The Sacramento Bee. There was a happy ending for Harris in Tuscaloosa. The numbers back that assessment up, as Harris ranks first nationally in evaded tackles with 42, up from 29 last season. Second-year back Ke'Shawn Vaughn and veteran Le'Veon Bell would be in line to handle the bulk of Tampa Bay's backfield work versus Philadelphia if Leonard Fournette (hamstring) also sits out, while Vaughn would likely serve as Fournette's primary backup if the latter does play. For example, in this clip below, Najee does a great job of setting up the defender with his outside hip, dipping his shoulders to freeze the defender, and bursts through the contact to pick up extra yards. He is an actor, director, and also comedian from Canada. Harris still had his moments early on. That made him homesick for the state of California that he loved but knew he had to leave behind to build his future. Najee Harris was born on March 9, 1998, which makes him 24 years old. We know that were not where were going to be, Harris said, and I think the confidence is that were going to get there at some point, so its a work in progress. The news: Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network reported that Bengals WR Ja'Marr Chase is expected to return on Sunday against the Chiefs. You dont know what anybodys going through and theyre quick to criticize somebody. Running back Najee Harris will begin his NFL career with the Pittsburgh Steelers after being selected No. I dont really know how Im going to get this person back yet. As much as it was hard for me in Alabama, I could deal with it, Harris says. With the Super Bowl and the 2020-2021 season in the rearview mirror, its officially time to turn the page towards the 2021 offseason, and that includes the NFL Draft. With a back the size of Najee Harris, most assume that hes going to just be a power back, but that couldnt be further from the truth. He returned to the field after several plays but left again after a hard hit. 2022 Donruss Elite Razzle Dazzle ZAMIR . Harris also led the nation in rushing TDs, scrimmage yards and total TDs. But the whole point of the RBs dont matter movement among some football analytics folks is that the difference in production has tended to depend more on surrounding factors than player talent. That Saturday marked the beginning of a complicated relationship between Harris, Crimson Tide fans, coaches and all the culture that surrounded celebrity status in what was a foreign land for Harris. He can make defenders miss in a phone booth. Obviously, hes having a lot of success and hes really fun to watch, so itll be good to see him, play against him and just continue that legacy that lives in that Alabama running-back room. Use of and/or registration on any portion of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement, Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement, and Your Privacy Choices and Rights (each updated 1/26/2023). With Damien Harris and Jacobs in the NFL, it was the Najee show in the backfield. Lester, who had worked with NFL backs Alvin Kamara and Chris Carson, drove to Tuscaloosa for that first training session, wondering what he was getting himself into. 2017 five-star running back Najee Harris intends to attend the University of Michigan, according to his brother Malachi Harris. Theres also the silly athleticism that youve probably already seen. Everything was different, Harris says. Alabama has had plenty of those guys through the years. 2023 Advance Local Media LLC. sends student to hospital, California extends deadline to file 2022 income taxes to match IRS decision, A $200M bike bridge tantalized this Bay Area city. Harris hurdle and the Megan Rapinoe pose at South Carolina became one of the iconic moments of the 2019 season. Benny Snell Jr. appears to be Harris major back-up this season. What it means in fantasy: Dobbins will return to practice after undergoing arthroscopic knee surgery to remove scar tissue related to his previous knee procedure. Lynch, from Oakland Tech and Cal, went to Buffalo with the 12th overall pick in 2007. In 2016, a quarterback, Jalen Hurts, led the team with 191 carries while Damien Harris (145), Bo Scarbrough (125) and Jacobs (86) worked behind him. For those that love math, thats more than half the teama.k.a. Ravens coach John Harbaugh noted that Dobbins would practice "to some degree," but I'd be surprised if he plays in Week 13 against the Broncos. Jones (ankle) is out for Sunday's game against the Eagles after missing practice all week. His 26 rushing touchdowns led the country, helping him secure the 2020 Doak Walker Award as the countrys top RB. He turns 23 in March, so there is some merit to this, but if youre playing dynasty with a three to four-year lens, thats a narrative to fade. Scout.com ranked him #1 overall in the 2017 class, as did Rivals. They have a really cool, special connection. We got off on the wrong foot at first. "He's probably the most diverse back they've had.". One Crimson Tide writer reported hearing a 4.45 time for Harris in 2020. Throwing his car into reverse, he hit the car behind him before jumping out and sprinting away. On Thursday, Harris said hed be ready for Sundays game. Itll be intriguing to see if Harris tests at Alabamas pro day in the spring. Marshawn Lynch becomes older brother to Najee Harris, another marquee RB from East Bay, Growing into a man: How Antiochs Najee Harris changed in Alabamas spotlight, Marshawn Lynch explains his unmatchable love for Oakland, how hes giving back, Will Bay Bridge go dark forever? Perhaps that limitation shows up at the next level. The defense? On tape, Harris shows his tackle-breaking ability in the run game, too, and whats most impressive about the way he breaks tackles is that Harris shows vision to set up the next defender. As a rookie, Harris finished as RB4 in 0.5 PPR. Alabama 31, Notre Dame 14, College Football Playoff Semifinal at the Allstate Sugar Bowl Theres a lot to love about the RB out of Bama but before we get to what shows up on tape and how Harris projects to the NFL, lets take a deeper look at his college production profile. Hes fluid with the ball in his hands, impressive for a back of his size. He was close enough to see the gunshot directed at someone else in an experience that left him shaken. He finished with 16 rushing yards on five attempts. Harriss father abandoned his mother and the rest of the family, which was a terrible event, and as a result, Harris now has a net worth of millions, thanks to the most recent deal. He combines the strength of Harris with the flow and cutback style of running. Early years [ edit] Harris attended Madison Southern High School in Berea, Kentucky. He leads an NFL Week 15 slate that presents more player-prop picks than we've ever highlighted before $6/month thereafter, billed semi-annually, one-click cancel anytime. Marshawn is always willing to help anybody, without fanfare whether its players in the NFL, players who never made it or just kids in the cities hes been in, Hendrickson said. He's taller and heavier than average, roughly in proportion, but also quicker than the average . , Im going to let it simmer. Well, even if you can't, this just might be the week to chase his player prop. But its one of those stickers that you cant really take off without it just leaving a type of adhesive all over the locker. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Before we move onto Harris measurables and whats on tape, take a minute to admire the names of these Crimson Tide backs on this list who Harris beat out for the most rushing yards in Alabama history: *Note: Measurables taken from Senior Bowl. With Damien Harris and Jacobs in the NFL, it was the Najee show in the backfield. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for 2022 DONRUSS ELITE RAZZLE DAZZLE #54 DAMIEN HARRIS PATRIOTS SSP CASE HIT RARE at the best online prices at eBay! (AP Photo/L.G. The matchup of a running back on a linebacker is one coordinators love to exploit, and it's one Harris excels at. He neglected to come in for the job, though. Of course, Alabamas elite offense and blocking helped make sure most of that contact was coming at or beyond the line of scrimmage, rather than in the backfield. Clever retorts aside, Harris hasn't been catching passes since birth, as he claimed. In the article, we have mentioned the personal life, historical performance, career, net worth, and social media of Mizuki Saito.