2026 Defensive Back Says It ‘Would Mean Everything’ to Join Brother at West Virginia…

2026 Defensive Back Says It ‘Would Mean Everything’ to Join Brother at West Virginia…

 

Class of 2026 defensive back prospect Jayden Harris is quickly rising on recruiting boards across the country, but one program has a special place in his heart: West Virginia University. The reason is simple—his older brother, Marcus Harris, is already making a name for himself in Morgantown as a key contributor on the Mountaineers’ defense.

For Jayden, the idea of suiting up in the Old Gold and Blue alongside his brother is more than just a dream—it’s deeply personal.

“Honestly, it would mean everything to me,” Jayden said in a recent interview. “We’ve been playing football together since we were little kids, and to have a chance to do it again at the college level would be something special. I look up to Marcus a lot. He’s more than just my brother—he’s my role model.”

Jayden, a 6-foot, 180-pound cornerback out of Georgia, has been turning heads with his physicality, ball-hawking instincts, and high football IQ. Though still early in the recruiting cycle for the 2026 class, he already holds multiple Division I offers and is expected to receive many more in the coming months. WVU has yet to officially offer, but Jayden says the Mountaineers are firmly on his radar.

“I’ve been up there a few times to visit Marcus and watch him play. The atmosphere is crazy. The fans, the coaches, the facilities—it’s all top notch,” he said. “Coach Brown and the staff are building something special, and I’d love to be a part of it.”

Jayden noted that conversations with Marcus have also played a big role in shaping his perception of the program. “He always tells me how much he’s grown since being there—not just as a player, but as a person. He’s told me how the coaching staff really pushes you, but they also care about you. That’s the kind of place I want to be.”

The idea of family has always been central to Jayden’s football journey. Raised in a tight-knit household, the brothers have been competitive yet supportive of one another from day one. “Growing up, we’d compete in everything—races, video games, workouts. But we always had each other’s backs. I remember watching Marcus train in the summer and just wanting to keep up. He’s always pushed me to be better.”

As Jayden’s recruiting heats up, West Virginia remains in a strong position should they decide to extend an offer. While the process is far from over, it’s clear that the possibility of reuniting with his brother in Morgantown would be a dream come true.

“At the end of the day, I’m going to make the best decision for me,” Jayden said. “But if West Virginia is that place, and I get to run out of the tunnel with my brother by my side—it would be one of the proudest moments of my life.”

For the Harris brothers, football is more than just a game—it’s a bond that could soon bring them back together on one of college football’s biggest stages.