Multi-sport superstar Kendre Harrison excludes USC from top schools

USC misses out on a two-sport star.

The USC football and basketball programs had high hopes that Kendre Harrison, a five-star talent, would make his way to Los Angeles, but the North Carolina native has other schools in mind. The Trojans did not make the cut.

The No. 1 overall ranked tight end in the Class of 2026 has included North Carolina among his finalists, a list that includes Florida State, Miami, Penn State, Oregon and Tennessee.

Harrison, who hails from Reidsville (North Carolina), is ranked No. 12 nationally by On3 and No. 1 overall at the tight end position and in the state of North Carolina.

Harrison said “I have over 40 offers combining basketball and football and all six schools on my list say I can play both.” (On3.com)

247 director of scouting Andrew Ivins wrote this about Harrison:

“A two-sport star with an intimidating frame that looks to be north of 6-foot-6. Could be molded into a variety of different things, but ceiling might ultimately be highest as an in-line tight end given large catch radius and potential as a blocker. Rare size makes him a straight up mismatch for high school defenders, especially in the red zone as he fights for positioning. Not the sharpest route runner at this stage in his development, but can adjust to off-target throws and is a handful to bring down in the open field once he secures the prize.

“Will move people out of the way and open up run lanes, but improved technique will only allow him to make more of an impact at the point of attack. Must keep progressing and buy into the process at the program of his choice, but has the tools to be a true difference-maker on Saturdays. Harrison might also get a look on defense as he has flashed the ability to redirect and chase down quarterbacks.”

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