The Top Junior Defensive End In Maryland: Cortez Harris

Cortez Harris is a 4 Star recruit who plays Defensive End at Riverdale Baptist High School. Harris is ranked as the 177th best recruit in the class of 2025 and is ranked as a top 20 Defensive End in the class as well. In addition, Harris is listed as the #5 recruit in the state of Maryland and is listed as the #1 Defensive End in the state of Maryland. He holds offers from schools such as Alabama, Georgia and Michigan.

Who are some role models in your life?

My dad and God.

What artists do you listen to pregame, to get you hyped up?

Jdot Breezy, OT7 Quanny and Baby Jamo.

What are the strengths of your game?

My speed and bending ability.

What is your favorite memory of your career?

My favorite memory was receiving my first offer.

Who is the best player you have ever played with or played against in your career?

Jordan Seaton and Evan Link

What is some advice you would give to an aspiring D1 athlete?

Focus on your path and nobody else’s.

If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be?

I’d go to Africa to reunite with some of my family from Sierra Leone.

How old were you when you fell in love with the game?

I was 6 years old at my first practice when I fell in love with the game.

If you could meet one sports hero, who would it be?

I’d definitely want to meet Sean Taylor.

What is your favorite sports moment, as a fan?

The Iron Bowl Kick Six.