Overview
- Harris entered the transfer portal on Jan. 7, yet Lanning confirmed he would be available for the College Football Playoff semifinal.
- Oregon’s running backs were depleted with Jordon Davison ruled out, Noah Whittington limited, and backups Jayden Limar and Makhi Hughes in the portal and away from the team.
- Through the first half against No. 1 Indiana, Harris handled the bulk of the work with 10 carries for 29 yards and three catches for 32 yards, surpassing his season-high in attempts.
- The Ducks practiced emergency options at the position during the week, including safety Kilohana Haasenritter and linebacker Brayden Platt taking reps at running back.
- Harris transferred from Division II Northwest Missouri State, where he was a 2023 All-American, and entered the game with 26 carries for 116 yards and one touchdown this season.