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Najee Calhoun

Running Back

2026 Class

5'11" Height

180 Weight

Bergen Catholic School

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Najee Calhoun is a 5'11" Running Back in the 2026 class. Calhoun attends Bergen Catholic in New Jersey. Calhoun's Player Profile was created on February 4, 2022. Subscribe to Prep Redzone to see where Najee Calhoun is ranked and what our scouts have written about them.

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Najee

Calhoun RB

Class

2026

Height

5'11"

Weight

180

HS

Bergen Catholic

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Najee Calhoun

Najee Calhoun has been one of the most heavily recruited running backs in the Super Conference, and his...

Written by Earnest Daniels

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Earnest Daniels

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Najee Calhoun Najee Calhoun 5'11" | 180 lbs | RB Bergen Catholic | 2026 State NJ has been one of the most heavily recruited running backs in the Super Conference, and his recruitment drew serious attention from major programs — including North Carolina. However, despite the national interest, Calhoun chose a different path, announcing his commitment to Harvard.

This move also marks Harvard’s second Super Conference commitment, joining St. Joe’s Regional playmaker Nate Bailey Nate Bailey 5'8" | 175 lbs | ATH St. Joseph Regional | 2026 State NJ . And for good reason. Calhoun brings a complete skill set: solid top-end speed, excellent contact balance, and sharp vision that allows him to consistently create yards after contact. He runs with patience and power, traits that translate well to the college level.

When asked why he ultimately chose Harvard, Calhoun pointed to several key factors. First, he developed a strong relationship with the coaching staff — a connection that clearly mattered. Additionally, Harvard offers him the chance to earn his degree in three years, opening the door for him to develop physically, grow as a player, and then potentially transfer to a Power Four program as a graduate student with two years of eligibility remaining.

This model has become increasingly common in Ivy League recruiting. Recruits use the academic advantage to secure a degree early, then enter the transfer portal and pursue opportunities at higher-profile programs. Calhoun sees this as a smart long-term path, one that balances academics, development, and future competitive opportunities.

Ultimately, Calhoun’s commitment gives him the chance to secure an elite education while continuing to grow as a running back. And for Harvard, landing another Super Conference standout only strengthens its foothold in New Jersey recruiting.

Blessed! #commited #harvard @CoachFalaki @MicFein @Coach_Aurich @HarvardFootball @bccoachvito pic.twitter.com/4J1lBOmZjv

— Najee Calhoun Najee Calhoun 5'11" | 180 lbs | RB Bergen Catholic | 2026 State NJ 26′ RB (@JeeCalhoun) November 25, 2025