Detroit Lions sign 2019 third-round pick Will Harris
Detroit Lions DB Will Harris saw time with the second-team defense in OTAs and could factor into the secondary mix this fall
Detroit Lions sign 2019 third-round pick Will Harris Detroit Lions DB Will Harris saw time with the second-team defense in OTAs and could factor into the secondary mix this fall Check out this story on Freep.com: https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2019/06/04/detroit-lions-sign-draft-picks-harris-travis-fulgham/1336979001/
Dave Birkett, Detroit Free Press Published 6:59 a.m. ET June 4, 2019 | Updated 7:59 a.m. ET June 4, 2019
The Detroit Lions signed rookie third-round pick Will Harris on Monday, and now have their entire draft class under contract heading into this week's mandatory minicamp.
Harris, who played collegiately at Boston College, saw second-team reps at safety during the first two weeks of Organized Team Activities and is expected to compete for playing time in the secondary this fall.
Boston College defensive back Will Harris during the first half against Wake Forest at Alumni Stadium, Sept. 9, 2017. (Photo: Greg M. Cooper, USA TODAY Sports)
The Lions return Quandre Diggs at one safety position and are expected to start Tracy Walker, a third-round pick in 2018, at the other spot. Harris played both cornerback and safety at Boston College, where Lions defensive coordinator Paul Pasqualoni was on staff as defensive line coach for two of his four seasons.
Tavon Wilson and Charles Washington also return at the safety position, and the Lions signed Andrew Adams in free agency this offseason.
The Lions signed the other eight members of their draft class, including first-round pick T.J. Hockenson, last month, but have two contractual situations hanging over their head as minicamp begins today. Darius Slay said Monday on Instagram that he won't be attending minicamp this week, and Damon Harrison has not taken part in formal workouts this offseason.
Both players are hoping to land new contracts.
Harris and Fulgham, like all rookies, received slotted four-year deals.
Photos of new Detroit Lions safety Will Harris
Boston College defensive back Will Harris picks up and runs with a ruled lateral by the Syracuse offense to score a touchdown during the second quarter at the Carrier Dome, Nov. 25, 2017. Mark Konezny, USA TODAY Sports
Boston College defensive back Will Harris leads the team on to the field before the game against Temple, Sept. 29, 2018. Greg M. Cooper, USA TODAY Sports
Boston College defensive back Will Harris during the first half against Wake Forest at Alumni Stadium, Sept. 9, 2017. Greg M. Cooper, USA TODAY Sports
Iowa's Noah Fant is tacked by Boston College defensive back Will Harris, left, and linebacker Davon Jones during the Pinstripe Bowl at Yankee Stadium, Dec. 27, 2017. Vincent Carchietta, USA TODAY Sports
Boston College defensive back Will Harris goes through workout drills during the NFL combine at Lucas Oil Stadium, March 4, 2019. Brian Spurlock, USA TODAY Sports
Boston College defensive back Will Harris catches a ball during Boston College Pro Day at Fish Field House, March 20, 2019. Bob DeChiara, USA TODAY Sports
Boston College defensive back Will Harris speaks to media during the NFL combine at the Indiana Convention Center, March 3, 2019. Trevor Ruszkowski, USA TODAY Sports
Defensive back Will Harris during Boston College Pro Day at Fish Field House, March 20, 2019. Bob DeChiara, USA TODAY Sports