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DuJuan Harris | Running Back

Team: Green Bay Packers
Age / DOB:  (24) / 9/3/1988
Ht / Wt:  5'7' / 214
College: Troy
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Coach Mike McCarthy singled out RB DuJuan Harris for praise Tuesday.
McCarthy had problems with the lingering health issues of James Starks and Alex Green, but wished he got his hands on Harris earlier in the season. "Once he got ready, I felt great about the way DuJuan finished the season," McCarthy said. We can tentatively pencil Harris in on top of the Packers' committee while we wait to see what kind of talent they add to the position. Mar 20 - 10:58 AM
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DuJuan Harris - RB - Packers

The Packers reportedly "feel good" about second-year RB DuJuan Harris and "would be satisfied" using him in a 2013 rotation.

The Packers do not view 5-foot-7, 214-pound Harris as a workhorse, but it sounds like they have every intention of using him in a committee. Harris currently sits above Alex Green, James Starks, and Brandon Saine on Green Bay's depth chart. If GM Ted Thompson doesn't pick up a free agent like Ahmad Bradshaw on the cheap, we'd expect the Packers to draft a back on the first or second day.
Source: Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel
Mar 15 - 1:41 AM
DuJuan Harris - RB - Packers

RB coach Alex Van Pelt suggested that the Packers don't view DuJuan Harris as a potential workhorse back.

The undersized Harris didn't debut until Week 14 last season, allowing him to step in fresh. The Packers don't seem to think he can hold up to the wear-and-tear of an entire year. "It would be tough for him to see a body of work for the season, if he wore down later in the season," Van Pelt said. Harris may be some observers' incumbent favorite to open next season as the starter, but the Packers are intent on a committee-based attack. Expect them to add some talent to their current stable of Harris, Alex Green and James Starks.
Source: ESPN Milwaukee
Feb 13 - 11:10 AM
DuJuan Harris - RB - Packers

The Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel expects the Packers to pursue a "go-to back" this offseason.

The Journal-Sentinel characterizes postseason lead rusher DuJuan Harris as a "change-of-pace" back. The Packers realized in 2012 that they needed a foundation run game, trying desperately to fit Cedric Benson and later Alex Green into the role. They finished 16th in rushing attempts, but 22nd in yards per carry. Benson is not expected back, and James Starks may not return, either.
Source: Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel
Jan 18 - 12:03 PM
DuJuan Harris - RB - Packers

The Green Bay Press-Gazette suggests DuJuan Harris is "perhaps the best bet" among the players currently on the Packers' roster to open next season as the starting tailback.

We wouldn't bet heavily on it. The Press-Gazette concedes the Packers will have to decide if Harris has the size to be the primary back or if he's better suited to the change-of-pace role. Although Alex Green is talking as if he will have a major role in 2013, the local papers believe James Starks' roster spot is far from safe at $1.3 million. The Packers will have to decide whether to take another chance on free agent Cedric Benson or perhaps bring another veteran or draft pick.
Related: James Starks, Alex Green
Source: Green Bay Press-Gazette
Jan 14 - 12:21 PM
DuJuan Harris - RB - Packers

DuJuan Harris rushed 11 times for 53 yards and a touchdown and caught two passes for 11 yards in Green Bay's Divisional Round playoff loss to San Francisco.

Harris made a couple of big-time cuts on his 18-yard touchdown run late in the first quarter. He's shown himself to be an effective "space" back, with smooth hands, a muscular lower body, and impressive balance that allows Harris to be a deceptively efficient tackle breaker. Although Harris seems unlikely to return as Green Bay's starting tailback in 2013, he should have a roster spot locked up on his minimum salary of $555,000.
Jan 12 - 11:52 PM
DuJuan Harris - RB - Packers

The Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel considers DuJuan Harris "likely to split time with" James Starks (knee) in Saturday's game at San Francisco.

The takeaway here is that Starks has leapfrogged Ryan Grant and Alex Green on the depth chart for what will be his first game in over a month. The Journal-Sentinel concedes that Harris "may render the other backs unnecessary" if he is effective early in the game.
Related: Ryan Grant, James Starks
Source: Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel
Jan 11 - 10:21 AM
DuJuan Harris - RB - Packers

Coach Mike McCarthy confirmed that DuJuan Harris "has something to do" with the Packers' growing focus on the ground attack.

"He's a pretty cool customer," added McCarthy. "I don't think a lot gets him excited. He's a steady personality. He's getting better." Harris clearly has the hot hand in the Green Bay backfield, though next week's matchup is tougher at San Francisco. Against the Vikings, Alex Green didn't leave the sidelines for a second straight week while Ryan Grant was limited to 14-of-68 snaps.
Related: Ryan Grant, Alex Green
Source: Ty Dunne on Twitter
Jan 6 - 2:29 PM
DuJuan Harris - RB - Packers

Packers RB DuJuan Harris rushed for 47 yards and a touchdown on 17 carries and caught five balls for 53 yards as Green Bay dominated the Vikings in the Wild Card Round of the playoffs.

Harris started for the second straight week. Despite his pint-sized stature, Harris ran with physicality and balance, making him very difficult for Vikings defenders to bring down. Harris isn't a great talent, but he's sharp on outside zone runs and has earned Green Bay's feature back job with back-to-back solid performances. He'll have a tougher go of it at San Francisco in the Divisional Round.
Jan 5 - 11:22 PM
DuJuan Harris - RB - Packers

Although the Packers do not have a starting running back, the coaches are "doing everything we can to keep progressing" DuJuan Harris as the playoffs begin.

"He does have unique skills and run ability I haven't had the opportunity to work with in my time here," explained coach Mike McCarthy. The starter for Saturday night's game will depend on game plan and the work week, with "game flow" and "hot hand" determining the ultimate breakdown in playing time. "We'll try to make sure all three of those guys are ready to go," added McCarthy.
Related: Alex Green, Ryan Grant
Source: Green Bay Press-Gazette
Mon, Dec 31, 2012 04:13:00 PM
DuJuan Harris - RB - Packers

Coach Mike McCarthy acknowledged after Sunday's Week 17 loss to Minnesota that the Packers do not have a true starting running back.

As they've been most of the year, the Packers are a hot-hand backfield team and will remain so in the playoffs. "We don't have a starting running back," McCarthy said. DuJuan Harris led Green Bay in carries (14) and rush yards (70) against the Vikings, while Alex Green didn't play and Ryan Grant ran just twice for two yards. It's a situation to avoid in NFL playoff fantasy leagues.
Source: Paul Imig on Twitter
Mon, Dec 31, 2012 09:08:00 AM
DuJuan Harris - RB - Packers

DuJuan Harris dominated the Packers' backfield playing time in Week 17 at Minnesota, rushing 14 times for 70 yards while adding two receptions for 17 yards.

Although active, Alex Green didn't see the field. Ryan Grant saw just two carries for two yards. Coach Mike McCarthy promised to ride the hot hand at running back, and Harris was clearly a major part of this week's game plan despite Grant's breakout fantasy performance in Week 16. Harris' appears to be McCarthy's lead back entering the playoffs, though that could change at any point.
Sun, Dec 30, 2012 08:52:00 PM
DuJuan Harris - RB - Packers

Packers RB DuJuan Harris rushed eight times for 29 yards and a touchdown in Green Bay's Week 16 win over Tennessee.

Harris surprisingly got the start at tailback with both James Starks and Alex Green inactive, but finished with eight carries compared to Ryan Grant's 20. Harris has flashed as a change-of-pace back off the bench, and is a good fit for Green Bay's zone run scheme. The Packers will finish out the regular season against the Vikings in Week 17.
Sun, Dec 23, 2012 07:03:00 PM
DuJuan Harris - RB - Packers

DuJuan Harris rushed seven times for 31 yards and a touchdown in Green Bay's Week 14 win over the Lions.

Operating as Alex Green's change-of-pace back, Harris put some jolt in the Packers' running game, exploding through the hole for a 14-yard touchdown in the fourth quarter. Although Harris was stopped for two yards or fewer on four of his seven carries, he appeared ready to add some much needed pop to the Packers' plodding rushing attack. Afterward, he drew praise from both coach Mike McCarthy and Aaron Rodgers. Green did nothing to lose lead-back status this evening, but Harris is someone to monitor heading into the stretch run.
Mon, Dec 10, 2012 12:51:00 AM
DuJuan Harris - RB - Packers

Coach Mike McCarthy confirmed that recently promoted RB DuJuan Harris' primary contribution will come on special teams.

"He's 5-foot-7, but other than that we like everything about him," added McCarthy. The Packers like Harris' quickness and play-making ability, but his ceiling is change-of-pace back. With pass protection concerns, he's going to be well behind Alex Green and Ryan Grant on the depth chart.
Source: ESPN Milwaukee
Fri, Dec 7, 2012 11:14:00 AM