First identified via Hudl last Fall. Looks to have put on a good 15 pounds since. Will always have a future at TE or EDGE at the next level. That being said, Xavier Harding Xavier Harding 6'3" | 230 lbs | EDGE Pittsburgh Central Catholic | 2028 State PA ‘s future stock likely coincides with how his build matures, as well as how much experience he gains in the next three years at Avonworth.

First rep on tape has Harding working as one of a three down-linemen front, working head-up on the weak-side guard. Good leg drive and flow understanding led him to a TFL in the backfield. Avonworth coaches felt comfortable enough to align Harding at TE, specifically in uneven fronts. Can impact block, has reps on tape proving he can do so, this is especially exciting considering he did so as a freshman. His toughness is proven, would go a long way seeing more of this as a sophomore. One look at his tape and I’d understand coaches not being “wowed” out of the gate. This is a prospect who I believe will blossom into an FBS-level TE/EDGE player, so long as he continues to fine-tune his craft. Harding might lack wow/splash plays, yet I implore coaches to understand that his freshman tape is just the tip of the iceberg. I’m personally expecting big things this coming Fall. I’ll be paying close attention to whether or not Harding can capitalize on the opportunity in front of him.

Playing as a Freshman on varsity, Xavier Harding Xavier Harding 6'3" | 230 lbs | EDGE Pittsburgh Central Catholic | 2028 State PA stood out as a good player as an edge defender and tight end. At both positions, he has good size (6’3″) and athleticism. As an edge defender, he does a good job of getting off the ball and using his hands well when engaging with offensive linemen. He also shows good motor skills by chasing plays all over the field. Then, as a tight end, he shows good blocking ability, especially on the edge. Harding had limited reps as a pass catcher, but he shows a good ability to catch the ball overall. I expect Harding to be an even bigger contributor this season for Avonworth, and I am excited to see how he plays.