Zxavian Harris

NFL Draft Profile: Zxavian Harris

Position: Defensive Tackle | School: Ole Miss | Class: Senior

Height: 6'7" | Weight: 330 lbs | Archetype: Run Stopper

College Career Summary

Zxavian Harris is a mountain of a man who evolved from a rotational specialist into one of the most physically imposing interior defenders in the SEC. A four-star recruit out of Mississippi, Harris initially made his name as a "special teams ace," leading the SEC in blocked kicks during his sophomore season. By his senior year in 2025, he transformed into a true defensive anchor. His career is highlighted by elite short-area strength and a rare knack for disrupting the "middle" of the game—whether that be blocking field goals or clogging the A-gap. While his 2025 campaign showed flashes of dominant pass-rushing, he remains a "Run Stopper" at heart whose primary value is eating blocks and destroying pocket integrity.

Highlight Career Stats:

• Games Played: 50

• Total Tackles: 111

• Tackles For Loss (TFL): 19.5

• Sacks: 5.5

• Blocked Kicks: 6 (One shy of the all-time SEC record)

• 2025 Production: 46 Tackles, 8.0 TFL, 3.0 Sacks, 1 INT

2025 Season Game-by-Game Grades

Opponent	Stats	Grade	Key Performance Note
Georgia State	5 Tkl, 1.5 TFL, 1 Sack, 1 INT	A+	Career game. Big-man INT and sideline "dunk" celebration.
@ Kentucky	3 Tkl, 1.0 Sack	A-	Dominant in the trenches against a physical SEC line.
Arkansas	4 Tkl, 0.5 TFL	B	Solid gap discipline; consistently drew double teams.
No. 17 Tulane	2 Tkl, 1 QBH	B-	Effective space-eater but lacked statistical impact.
LSU	3 Tkl, 0.5 TFL	B+	Anchored the defense in a tight, low-scoring victory.
Washington State	4 Tkl	B	Controlled the line of scrimmage against a high-tempo offense.
@ No. 2 Georgia	4 Tkl, 1.0 Sack	A	Played like a Star on a massive stage; disrupted the pocket.
@ No. 8 Oklahoma	3 Tkl	B	Stout performance in a big road win.
South Carolina	3 Tkl	B-	Consistent but unremarkable; "dirty work" game.
The Citadel	2 Tkl, 0.5 TFL	B	Controlled the triple-option looks with high IQ.
Florida	1 Tkl, 1 PBU	C+	Quiet night; struggled slightly with lateral quickness.
@ Miss. State	3 Tkl	B	Reliable in the Egg Bowl; shut down the interior run.

Scouting Report

Strengths

• Massive Proportions: At 6'7" and 330+ lbs, he is a physical anomaly. He has vines for arms that allow him to "stack and shed" blockers before they ever reach his chest.

• Special Teams Impact: His 6 career blocked kicks are no accident. He has a refined Technique for finding hands-in-lanes and an elite Acceleration for his size.

• Interior Anchor: He possesses legitimate 0-technique strength. He does not get moved off the ball by single blocks and frequently resets the line of scrimmage.

• Improved Ball Skills: His 2025 interception and multiple pass breakups show a developing IQ for reading the quarterback's eyes and using his height to his advantage.

Weaknesses

• Leverage Concerns: Being 6'7" is a double-edged sword. He naturally plays with a high pad level. Shorter, squatter NFL centers will get underneath him if he doesn't stay disciplined.

• Stamina: Due to his massive frame, he can tire in high-possession games. He is most effective in a rotational "heavy" package.

• Pass Rush Polish: He relies heavily on a bull-rush. He needs to develop more finesse moves (swim/rip) to be anything more than a pocket-collapser at the next level.

Scheme Fit: Ideal 0/1-Technique (Nose) in a 3-4 front or a heavy 1-Tech in a 4-3 "Gap Control" system.

NFL Comparison: Jordan Davis (Eagles) / Raekwon Davis

Scout’s Final Word & Projection

Intangibles: 16/20 | Physical Tools: 19/20 | Attributes: 15/20 | Athleticism: 15/20 | IQ: 17/20 Final Grade: 82/100

Zxavian Harris is a "Certified Gap Eater." While he isn't the twitchiest pass rusher in the class, players of his size who can move like he does are rare. His 2025 film shows a player who has mastered the "grunt work" of the SEC—clogging lanes and allowing linebackers to flow to the ball. His value on special teams as a kick-blocker provides an immediate roster benefit that most defensive tackles don't offer.

Draft Projection: 3rd - 4th Round