Ian Harrell Ian Harrell 6'2" | 290 lbs | DL Buckhorn | 2026 State AL is a talented DL out of Buckhorn who caught our eye earlier this offseason.

“ Ian Harrell Ian Harrell 6'2" | 290 lbs | DL Buckhorn | 2026 State AL  is an every-down force in the trenches who can rush the passer and stop the run extremely well. Harrell is quick off the snap, has active hands, and some serious strength/power he can use to dominate the line of scrimmage.

Harrell is constantly in the backfield. He can work his way around offensive linemen in a wide variety of ways, and has the pursuit and tackling skills to create huge stops behind the line of scrimmage. Buckhorn’s defensive line will be one to watch this year with him and  Cortez Carr Jr. Cortez Carr Jr. 6'2" | 250 lbs | DL Baylor School | 2028 TN  leading their front.“

Harrell ended last season with 50 total tackles (20 for loss), 6 sacks, and 15 hurries.

Earlier today, Harrell announced he had committed to Rice!

Do yourself a favor and watch some of Harrell’s tape below. He’s due for a huge senior season:

Ian Harrell Ian Harrell 6'2" | 290 lbs | DL Buckhorn | 2026 State AL is a talented DL from Buckhorn who’s started generating a ton of collegiate interest recently.

“ Ian Harrell Ian Harrell 6'2" | 290 lbs | DL Buckhorn | 2026 State AL is an every-down force in the trenches who can rush the passer and stop the run extremely well. Harrell is quick off the snap, has active hands, and some serious strength/power he can use to dominate the line of scrimmage.

Harrell is constantly in the backfield. He can work his way around offensive linemen in a wide variety of ways, and has the pursuit and tackling skills to create huge stops behind the line of scrimmage. Buckhorn’s defensive line will be one to watch this year with him and Cortez Carr Jr. Cortez Carr Jr. 6'2" | 250 lbs | DL Baylor School | 2028 TN leading their front.“

Last fall, Harrell ended his year with 50 total tackles (20 for loss), 6 sacks, and 15 hurries.

In the last few weeks, Harrell picked up offers from UT Martin, Murray State, Rice, and more.

Do yourself a favor and watch some of Harrell’s tape below: