TJ Harden put together a productive college career between UCLA and SMU, finishing with over 2,400 rushing yards and 21 touchdowns while showcasing a powerful 220-pound frame. In this breakdown, we dive into Harden’s vision, instincts, and contact balance that make him an intriguing Day 3 NFL Draft prospect.

After transferring to SMU in 2025, Harden continued to produce, flashing strong decision-making at the line of scrimmage and the ability to find cutback lanes. His lower-body strength and ability to grind out yards in short-yardage situations stand out, along with his physicality in pass protection.

However, questions remain about his athletic ceiling, consistency running downhill, and overall third-down value. We break down where he excels, where he needs improvement, and project his draft range heading into the NFL.

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