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

Marcus Harper II
Harper in 2024
Oregon Ducks – No. 55
PositionOffensive lineman
ClassSenior
Personal information
Born: (2002-06-27) June 27, 2002 (age 22)
Chicago Heights, Illinois, U.S.
Height6 ft 3 in (1.91 m)
Weight325 lb (147 kg)
Career history
CollegeOregon (2020–present)
High schoolHomewood-Flossmoor (Flossmoor, Illinois)

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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