http://dailydolphin.blog.mypalmbeac...les-harris-ready-to-shine-for-miami-dolphins/ "Charles Harris feels like a new man heading into his second season with the Dolphins, and it’s clear just by looking at his face that something is different. He had gone from being one of the biggest defensive stars in the SEC to a backup for the Dolphins, he wasn’t getting many sacks, he was unprepared for the financial windfall, work sometimes felt like drudgery and he was struggling to adapt to life on his own in a new environment. It’s hard to pinpoint the exact impact all of those factors had on Harris, but he was often downcast in the locker room after practice. He kept to himself mostly as he fought his way through what he now describes as “a dark place.” An offseason of prayer and reflection led to a renewed enthusiasm for Harris, and the change in his demeanor seems to have more to do with his personal life than anything football-related. “I’ve got me a community down here being in Florida, being away from home, and that was a big thing. Now I have a community, I’ve got friends, I have everything I need to get to the top.” While no defensive end goes into the season targeting two sacks as an ambitious goal, he was satisfied with how he played. So were the Dolphins, who have several next-level statistics that indicate he was a strong presence as a pass rusher despite not racking up sacks. There’s an increased comfort level that comes experience, too. Not that he ever had trouble learning the playbook as a rookie, but he’s got a better handle on every aspect of the job now compared to a year ago."
Cameron Wake says Charles Harris has "probably had best offseason, not just of the d-linemen, but anyone on our team." 8:42 AM - Jul 30, 2018
I believe this guy will lead the team in sacks this year. Take advantage of being on the field in the sub with wake and Quinn. A package similar to what Seattle has run with Frank Clark. Lined up over the centers face or standing up and walking up into a gap etc.
Who knows if he will eventually develop into a superstar, but he's worked his butt off trying to get better from day one in the league. I hated the pick at the time but he's sort of grown on me with his optimism....which is ironic since he said that he was in "a dark place" last year. As long as he keeps learning and keeps giving 110% effort, his game will get there.
