Northwest Missouri State University's sophomore running back Jay Harris earns his second first-team all-America honor from the Division II Conference Commissioners Association (D2CCA), becoming the 67th Bearcat in program history to achieve this status. Harris is the only running back across all NCAA divisions to rush for 100 yards in every game during the season, a unique feat in Bearcats' history. He also ranked third in NCAA Div. II in rushing yards per game and sixth in total rushing yards, leading in all-purpose yards and all-purpose yards per game within the MIAA. In total, Harris secured 14 rushing touchdowns in 2023.

By the Numbers
  • Harris rushed for 100 yards in all 11 games he played this season.
  • Harris ranked No. 3 in NCAA Div. II in rushing yards per game (130.3) and No. 6 in total rushing yards (1,433).
  • Harris led the MIAA in all-purpose yards (1,465) and all-purpose yards per game (133.2).
  • Harris led the Bearcats with 14 rushing touchdowns in 2023.
State of Play
  • Jay Harris is the fourth Bearcat running back to capture D2CCA first-team all-America prestige.
  • Harris became the first Bearcat in program history to rush for 100 or more yards in every game.
Bottom Line

Jay Harris' exceptional performance and achievement of multiple first-team all-America honors solidify his position as a standout player in Northwest Missouri State University's football program, marking a historic season for the team.