Auburn commit flips to SEC rival in final decision

Auburn has lost an elite recruit to an SEC rival on Labor Day.

Hezekiah Harris, a 4-star EDGE from Jemison HS in Huntsville, Ala., flipped from the Tigers to the Tennessee Volunteers on Monday with his final decision.

At 6-foot-5 and 220 pounds, Harris is ranked the No. 12 EDGE in the country in the 2026 recruiting class. He initially committed to the Tigers on July 27, 2024, but continued to take official visits this summer, including his last one to Knoxville during the latter part of June.

His scouting report from 247Sports:

"Long developmental pass rusher that shows the ability to win consistently at the point of attack by utilizing his length and natural athleticism off the edge. Estimated at 6-foot-5 and 220 pounds, Harris is primarily positioned as a five technique in an even front as he flashes the athleticism to play in both a two or three point stance as an on-ball defender. The Alabama native demonstrates good play recognition in his pass rush, showing the ability to disengage blockers and let his athleticism take over in space while also displaying the ability to consistently disrupt passing lanes. The Jemison standout will need to continue to develop to add additional bulk to his frame at the next level, as his game is more geared to rush the passer than anchor the run at this stage of his development. Projects as a potential above average starter to good starter at the Power Four level that will more than likely take a year or two to develop before making a significant impact on Saturdays."