Missouri Receiver Chris Harris Jr. Receives Alabama Offer, Plans Spring Visit

The speedy wide receiver from Lee's Summit West High School is set to visit Tuscaloosa in the coming months.

Published on Feb. 24, 2026

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Alabama receivers coach Derrick Nix extended a scholarship offer to 2027 wide receiver Chris Harris Jr. from Lee's Summit West High School in Missouri. Harris, who has elite speed with a 10.7-second 100-meter dash and 21.5-second 200-meter dash, confirmed that he plans to visit Alabama in the spring.

Why it matters

Alabama is looking to bolster its receiving corps for the 2027 season, and Harris Jr. is a top target given his combination of size, speed, and skill. The Crimson Tide are competing with other top programs for Harris Jr.'s commitment, making this a key recruiting battle.

The details

Harris Jr. is a 6-foot, 175-pound wide receiver from Lee's Summit West High School in Missouri. In addition to the Alabama offer, he also holds an offer from North Carolina. The Crimson Tide are looking to get Harris Jr. on campus in the spring to showcase their program and try to secure his commitment.

  • Alabama extended the scholarship offer to Harris Jr. on Monday, February 24, 2026.
  • Harris Jr. plans to visit Alabama in the spring of 2026.

The players

Chris Harris Jr.

A 2027 wide receiver prospect from Lee's Summit West High School in Missouri, known for his elite speed with a 10.7-second 100-meter dash and 21.5-second 200-meter dash.

Derrick Nix

The wide receivers coach for the Alabama Crimson Tide football team, responsible for extending the scholarship offer to Harris Jr.

Namajay Thompson

Another 2027 wide receiver prospect who also received a scholarship offer from Alabama on the same day as Harris Jr.

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What’s next

Harris Jr. plans to visit Alabama in the spring of 2026 as the Crimson Tide look to secure his commitment.

The takeaway

Alabama is aggressively pursuing top wide receiver talent like Chris Harris Jr. for their 2027 recruiting class, highlighting the importance of the position group for the Crimson Tide's future offensive plans.