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Is Tre Harris the future of Ole Miss football, or just another player cashing in on NIL deals?

After the 2023 season, his fans were expecting him to go for the NFL draft, but Cleveland Joseph, also known as Tre Harris, returned to Ole Miss to work on his skills. “It was challenging for sure. For me, the biggest thing was being able to come back and still improve my skill set. I need to leave this place as one of the best.” And he’s indeed considered one of the best wide receivers in school history and one of the best players at Ole Miss.

While talking about Tre, he was born on February 28, 2002, in Lafayette, Louisiana. Since a very tender age, he desired to play football, and to make his dream come true, he went to Comeaux High School to begin his journey. There, he excelled in both football and basketball. After completing school and going on the collegiate journey, Tre Harris made waves in college football through his expertise on the gridiron. His NIL valuation backs his popularity.

Where does Tre Harris stand in NIL?

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Blessed with a handsome physique of 6-foot-3 height and weighing around 190 pounds, Tre Harris stands 54th in the college football NIL ranking and 86th in the NIL ranking. On top of that, Harris has quite a nice fan following on social media with over 14,000 followers on Instagram and 2300 followers on Twitter. When it comes to his NIL valuation, his total NIL plus roster value is $613,000, making him counted among the elite players in college football.

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Although NIL valuation does not mean a player’s net worth, it accumulates most of it. Given his fame among his fans and NIL valuation, Tre Harris received several endorsement offers from well-known brands. He joined a partnership with the Groove Collective, a place to support and elevate Ole Miss athletes by providing NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) opportunities. However, how much he earns through this deal remains unknown. Apart from that, more info about his NIL deals are not available. Let’s learn about his football journey.

Football career of Tre Harris

At Comeaux High School, Tre Harris initially played as a quarterback. During the time he was there, he showcased his dual-threat ability by completing 11 passes for 262 yards and rushing for 119 yards during the game. Further statistical details from his high school are not available. Notably, he was a two-star prospect rated by most recruiters and the 99th-ranked player in Louisiana according to 247 Sports. After completing school, Tre Harris went to Louisiana Tech for his collegiate journey. 

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In 2020, as a freshman, he played 7 games and made one reception for 20 yards, while in 2021, his game time increased to 12 games in which he recorded 40 receptions for 562 yards and made four touchdowns. 2022 was kinda lucky for him as he received first-team all-conference USA honors after scoring 65 receptions for 935 yards and 10 touchdowns. After that, he decided to transfer to Ole Miss for a better career and created a surge there right after moving. He made a record of four touchdowns and 133 yards in his debut game against Mercer. In the 2023 season, Tre completed 985 yards with 8 touchdowns and earned All-SEC second-team honors. 

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Is Tre Harris the future of Ole Miss football, or just another player cashing in on NIL deals?

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Following his strong performance last season and with an ample amount of on-field experience, analysts predict he could shine as one of the best players if he continues to improve his games. Nowadays, he is preparing for the upcoming season, which will eventually impact his future NFL draft.