Charles Harris is ready to take the next step

Heading into the 2019 season, the Dolphins have plenty of holes throughout the roster.  And whether you believe the biggest need is at quarterback or offensive line, Miami is still desperately searching for a pass-rusher to attack opposing QBs.

One player that the Dolphins hope will take the next step this season is 24- year old Charles Harris.  The 22nd-overall pick in the 2017 NFL draft, Harris has yet to live up to his full potential.  But in a defense that many believe is better suited for his talent, 2019 could be the year he finally puts it all together.  And for a team in desperate need of a heavy-handed pass-rusher, the time is now for Harris to ascend in Flores’ defense.

Thursday, Harris addressed the media to discuss his thoughts on the upcoming 2019 season

Do you think this defense really fits well with what you do well as a player?

“I think it fits everybody. Like I said before, I think the head coach (Brian Flores) and ‘D.C.’ (Defensive Coordinator Patrick Graham) are geniuses at the game, and putting everybody in the right position to be successful. I think that’s all you can ask for as a player, so I think it fits everybody pretty well.”

What’s your level of excitement heading into the start of a new season?

“It’s always motivating. I’m ready to go, ready to get to it. Just trying to start it off right and get this thing going.”

How much film have you looked at of QB Lamar Jackson over there, and the type of danger he could provide?

“Yeah, we’ve watched plenty of film. We’ve been watching him for a while now. I’m ready to just put it all onto the field and let it all transition. He’s a great guy with his legs and everything. He’s got an arm on him as well. We’re just trying to do the best we can to stop him.”

What are some of the challenges a quarterback as mobile as QB Lamar Jackson provides?

“I think people that play the game or don’t play the game, you can just watch him. We all see we’re going to try to contain him and try keeping him in the box – that’s probably the hardest thing. (We have to) make sure we have good rush lanes and things like that. That’s probably the biggest challenge.”

For a lot of people, their third year is probably their make or break year. How do you view this year for you taking that next step?

“Doing the best thing I can every single day. I try to do everything the coach wants me to. I’m working hard on the field and try to do what I can.”

Looking at your first two years, are you pleased with where they were and where you are now? How do you feel about your career just in total?

“I feel pleased. I really do. I’m just getting better every day. That’s all I can ask for.”