**2\. He embraces his versatility.**
Although Harris is technically listed as a safety, his experience extends further than that. He's been moved all over the secondary since he was drafted by the Detroit Lions in 2019 and has at least one snap at every position. His one season with the Saints was no different; while Pro Football Focus notes that Harris spent the bulk of his time at free safety (352 snaps), he also worked in the slot and as an outside corner.
The Commanders hope he can bring some of that flexibility to their defense, and he gave an unselfish answer when asked whether he prefers one position over the others.
"I prefer doing whatever the team needs me to do," Harris said. "Whatever that looks like, I'm willing to do it. I like to say that anywhere between the white lines is where I like to be."
And Harris has shown that he can be effective wherever his coaches put him. He's been particularly good over the last three seasons, as he's recorded 11 pass breakups and three interceptions. His 6-foot-1 frame allows him to hold his own against tight ends and bigger wideouts, while his 4.41 speed helps him keep up with speedier weapons on the outside and in the slot.
Harris also possesses a physical skill set that allows him to slow down and stop receivers from ripping off explosive plays. He's never allowed more than 200 yards after the catch in a season, including three seasons where he gave up less than 100 yards.
Harris is ready to add that to the Commanders' defense, wherever that may be in the secondary.
"This team's gonna get everything I got," Harris said.