Najee Harris supports Alabama teammates at pro day

Alabama Crimson Tide running back Najee Harris celebrates a TD against the Ohio State Buckeyes in the 2021 College Football Playoff National Championship Game. Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Najee Harris went to great lengths to support Alabama teammates at pro day

Originally posted on Larry Brown Sports
By Steve DelVecchio | Last updated 3/23/21

Najee Harris is not taking part in Alabama’s pro day on Tuesday, but it seems like nothing was going to stand in the way of the star running back being there to support his teammates.

Harris was supposed to fly from Dallas to Birmingham on Monday night, but his flight was canceled due to inclement weather. According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, Harris then decided to make the nine-hour drive to Alabama so he could be there in time for the Crimson Tide’s pro day, which began at 10 a.m. on Tuesday morning.

Alabama RB Najee Harris’ flight from Dallas to Birmingham was cancelled last night due to lightning, so with no other travel options available, Harris drove nine hours to make it to Alabama’s Pro Day by 10 am today. He’s not even working out today but wanted to support teammates.

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 23, 2021

Alabama will hold a second pro day workout on March 30, so Harris could participate in that one. Heisman Trophy winner DeVonta Smith also chose not to take part in drills on Tuesday.

While scouts won’t be able to see what Harris can do on Tuesday, NFL teams will likely be impressed by his commitment to supporting his teammates. Harris has gone viral for his ridiculous leg muscles and is projected by most to be the first running back drafted next month. Being a great teammate can only help his stock.

This article first appeared on Larry Brown Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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