The pre-college athletic testing is spot-on, both offer dynamic playmaking ability, solid blocking technique, and both hail from sunny California. I wanted to write a piece on him because he impressed the hell out of me last week. You might take one look at Harris’ 4.66 40 time recorded from the 2017 Nike Opening with a bit of concern. Chances of Dolphins drafting him: 85% I do find the 32.2-inch vertical recorded at the Opening a bit puzzling. However, Pittsburgh is not a stylistic fit. The physical three-down runner with talent as a receiver out of the backfield could immediately upgrade not just the running game but the offense overall. Get the 2021 UDK. Najee Harris, RB Alabama. He had 27 receptions for 304 yards and seen scores as a receiver. On 49% of carries directed off the edge, Harris accumulated 65% of his TDs for Bama. NYJ will have an entirely new staff in place with former 49ers O-line coach John Benton hired as the run game coordinator. In selecting Harris in this mock, the Bills take the second rusher off the board as Clemson’s Travis Etienne is taken by the Jets at No. Ad Create COVID-19 couldn’t even stop that from happening. Often described as "Mini Derek Henry," because he p February 11, 2021 4:00pm EST. In it, the Bills select Harris. An Antioch, Calif. product, Harris is projected as a Top 3 running back in this year's draft. 2021 NFL Draft: Najee Harris is most well rounded back in class. Harris grew up in the crime-riddled streets of Antioch, California. Only 14 RBs have been selected in the first round over the last 10 seasons. As we kickoff bowl season and the College Football Playoff, NFL Draft experts are finalizing their boards for the first of multiple mock drafts after the season ends. Atlanta would be my optimal landing spot for Harris. But, from a talent-level perspective, Harris and Mixon are a match. Topping the cake, Chris Lindstrom is one of the finest pulling guards in the entire NFL. The 6-foot-2, 230 pound rusher displayed his dynamic abilities as he rushed for 79 yards (3.6 avg) and two touchdowns while also adding a third touchdown via seven catches and another 79 yards receiving in the recent National Championship game. The mentioning of a Penn State pass rusher might cause pause in Bills fans... but if such a scenario unfolds, it's only fair to give a guy a shot. 2021 NFL Draft Rookie Profile: Najee Harris (Fantasy Football) Home > Articles. 1 running back prospect. Running back Najee Harris signs on with Bay Area legend Marshawn Lynch As Harris, the Alabama star running back, prepares for the upcoming NFL draft, he … Any concerns about pass protection inadequacies can be put to rest. On Friday, NFL.com draft analyst Lance Zierlein released his latest mock ahead of the 2021 NFL Draft in April. In the first round, the Steelers at 1.24 makes a level of sense. Harris developed a reputation at Alabama for attempting to hurdle teammates at nearly every practice. Najee Harris, RB, Alabama. Plus, the Bills could use an addition to that position at the 2021 NFL Draft, so there's no reason to leave a stone unturned. His large frame, oozing athleticism, may give the impression of a north-south, downhill back, but Harris was actually far more efficient carrying the ball outside of the tackles. On Friday, NFL.com draft analyst Lance Zierlein released his latest mock ahead of the 2021 NFL Draft in April. After watching the Chiefs run wild at Bills quarterback Josh Allen in the AFC title game, only to have the Bucs turn the tables on them in Super Bowl LV, it became clear the Bills themselves lack in talent along the defensive line by comparison. With Josh Jacobs and Damien Harris off to the NFL, Najee Harris earned the starting spot as a junior in 2019. It’s not a bad thing, because there is no doubt Harris has a bright future in the NFL. He is a featured top option running back. Considering his talent, Harris to the Bills is an intriguing idea. 2020 Stats: 1466 rushing yards, 26 TDs, 43 receptions, 425 receiving yards, 4 receiving TDs (stats courtesy of ESPN.com).