Marcus Harper II (born June 27, 2002) is an American college football offensive lineman for the Oregon Ducks.[1]

Marcus Harper II
Harper in 2024
No. 55  Oregon Ducks
PositionOffensive lineman
ClassSenior
Personal information
Born (2002-06-27) June 27, 2002 (age 23)
Chicago Heights, Illinois, U.S.
Listed height6 ft 3 in (1.91 m)
Listed weight325 lb (147 kg)
Career information
High schoolHomewood-Flossmoor (Flossmoor, Illinois)
CollegeOregon (2020–present)
Awards and highlights
Stats at ESPN

Biography

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Born and raised in Chicago Heights, Illinois.[2] Harper II attended Homewood-Flossmoor High School[3] where he first began to play tackle football.[4] Harper II received offers from universities including Nebraska, Duke, Indiana, Illinois, Louisville, Michigan State, Bowling Green, Temple, Boston College and Purdue.[5] In June 2019, Harper II announced his commitment to Oregon.[6][7]

After speculation of leaving for the 2024 NFL Draft, Harper announced his return to Oregon football for the 2024 season in January 2024.[8]

References

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  1. "Let's Flock Together: Get to know Oregon Duck offensive lineman Marcus Harper II". Autzen Zoo. March 26, 2024. Retrieved March 30, 2024.
  2. "Marcus Harper II - Football". University of Oregon Athletics. Retrieved March 30, 2024.
  3. "Marcus Harper II's High School Bio". www.maxpreps.com. Retrieved March 30, 2024.
  4. "Homewood-Flossmoor lineman Marcus Harper II commits to Oregon". Chicago Sun-Times. June 27, 2019. Retrieved March 30, 2024.
  5. "Marcus Harper Timeline Events". 247sports.com. Retrieved March 30, 2024.
  6. "How senior O-Lineman Marcus Harper II has made the most of his five years at Oregon". 247Sports. Retrieved March 30, 2024.
  7. "Breaking: Marcus Harper II commits to Oregon". NBC Sports Chicago. June 27, 2019. Retrieved March 30, 2024.
  8. "Oregon offensive lineman Marcus Harper II announces his return for 2024". Yahoo Sports. January 14, 2024. Retrieved March 30, 2024.
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