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Harrison-Hunte

A late bloomer who flipped the switch at SMU after a rotational stint at Miami, Harrison-Hunte (6’3/280) exploded onto the scene in 2024. He earned First-Team All-AAC honors with 42 tackles and 6.5 sacks. He saved his best for last, posting six sacks in the final four games, powering SMU’s playoff run. His 9.20 RAS backs up the tape: 4.86 s 40-yard dash with elite 10- and 20-yard splits make him a quick-twitch penetrator with one-gapping explosiveness. His pass-rush arsenal includes a nasty arm-over and solid bend when playing low. While his pad level and run anticipation can waver, he brings heat when turned loose. PFF credited him with 30 pressures, 21 stops, and a strong 82.2 defensive grade in 2024. Scheme-specific? Maybe. But in an attacking front, Harrison-Hunte can thrive as a rotational three tech with developmental upside as a penetrating on passing downs.

Harrison-Hunte is believed to be down to Miami and Penn State, but Virginia is also listed as a potential finalist. He’s ranked as the 44th best defensive tackle in this class, and the fourth best player who is located in the state of New York (Christ The King HS). Steve Witz of 247 Sports currently projects Harrison-Hunte to land with the Hurricanes.

Harrison-Hunte was deciding between Miami and Penn State, with Virginia also listed a finalist. It’s a big get for a class that has lost several recruits, as he’s ranked the 44th best defensive tackle in this class. At 6-foot-4, 280-pounds, Harrison-Hunte has a quality frame, but he’ll likely need to add strength before he’s ready to be a rotational player.