In addition to being a very dangerous punt and kick returner, the senior had 1,071 yards and nine touchdowns while receiving passes. He also returned 364 yards, or an average of 20.2 yards per return, for Knoxville Catholic. He averaged 31.3 yards per return on kick returns, with 719 yards and four touchdowns. Below, he goes into detail about his dedication to Volunteer Country. Continue reading.

“I love the culture there and how the program is thriving; I also see it as a challenge that will make me want to work harder than ever before,” Harmon said in response to a question on what motivated him to commit to Tennessee. Braylon Harmon, a wide receiver, would be gaining knowledge from wide-out coach Kelsey Pope. The Knoxville Catholic graduate responds, “I know he will push me to be the best player I can possibly be and make me a better man off the field,” when asked about Kelsey Pope.

You would need to consider what sets each school apart from the competition while making a difficult choice, such as which school you want to play football at. Harmon said, “I love the coaching staff, especially Coach Ekeler, and they give me the best chance to succeed.”

He said, “I love his energy and his passion to coach; when you meet him, he asks how you are doing, and you have to say that you are amazing or great; those little aspects of him make me think of him as a great coach,” in response to the question of what he appreciated most about coach Ekeler. He adds, “It means a lot; I am just blessed to get this opportunity,” in reference to the pledge. Additionally, he says, “It’s definitely a dream come true; I’ve just prayed for a chance ever since I was a freshman, and I finally have received the chance to play college football.”