Name: Devron Harper
School: Mercer University
Position: WR/RS
Height: 5-9
Weight: 170
Q: What goals did you set and/or accomplish in your final collegiate season?
My goals were to finish the season with 1500 or more all purpose yards and take a punt and kick return back. I accomplished everything except taking a kick return back but i got 2 punt returns touchdowns.
Q: What would your coaches and teammates say about the type of player you are?
They would say I’m a hard worker and I am willing to do whatever it takes to help my team win.
Q: When you are studying film, what are the things you focus on to improve your game?
I focus on my route running and ways i can get open against bigger and taller DBs and i also look at DBs tendency’s and defensive schemes to find ways to get myself open and be effective.
Q: What separates you from the other pro prospects at your position?
What separates me from other prospects at my position is my versatility. I can play in the slot or outside, I can line up in the backfield, and I can return punts and kicks at a high level one of the best in the country. I’m also a 6’8″ high jumper.
Q: What is your offseason plan to train and prepare for professional opportunities?
I’m still looking for an agent but I plan to train at a top tier facility for my position and work on my speed and explosiveness.
Q: What kind of strengths and abilities will you bring to a team that will stand out both on and off the field?
Some things I will bring to a team is a positive attitude, hard work, dedication and great character. Abilities i bring on the field is strong hands and my return ability, I’m able to make guys miss and a threat to take it the distance at anytime.
Q: What is your final pitch to the NFL and any other pro leagues?
All i need is an opportunity, no matter where I go I’m going to give it my absolute best day in and day out. All my life I’ve had to grind and i don’t plan on stopping now.
