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It is important to note that I did not track every snap these players played. I merely compiled data from their targets as recorded on pro football focus.

As far as the grading system? 10 points to 1st, 7 points to 2nd, 5 points to 3rd with an overall score at the end of each statistical compilation.

vs. the ones

DB	T	%	Rec	%	Yds	A/T	TD	Int	PD
Harris	34	38.2	17	50.0	100	2.9	0	1	4
Revis	48	60.0	25	52.1	400	8.4	2	2	6
Sherman	31	47.7	19	61.2	277	8.9	1	0	1

Revis saw most of his targets from #1 receivers. He has the reputation of a corner who is moved around the formation to take out the best receiver on the opposing team. Both Harris and Sherman usually stick to one side of the field and defend whoever the formation dictates. Harris allowed the least amount of receptions, targets to be completed, yardage and average per attempt, and touchdowns. Revis scored the most INT's and PD's. Overall, neither Darrelle Revis or Richard Sherman come close to touching the sort of production Harris had in 2014 against #1 receivers.

Score (%, Yds, A/T, TD, INT, PD)

Harris 54/60

Revis 44/60

Sherman 32/60

vs. the twos

DB	T	%	Rec	%	Yds	A/T	TD	Int	PD
Harris Jr.	16	17.9	7	43.7	61	3.8	0	1	3
Revis	12	20.0	5	29.4	88	7.3	0	0	2
Sherman	11	16.9	3	27.3	55	5.5	0	2	2

Fairly even distribution of targets among the three. Harris once again leads in yards per attempt while Sherman allowed the lowest percentage of completions to this type of receiver. No one gave up a touchdown and only Revis failed to notch an interception.

Score

Sherman 49/60

Harris 47/60

Revis 39/60

vs. the slot

DB	T	%	Rec	%	Yds	A/T	TD	Int	PD
Harris	23	25.8	15	65.2	117	5.1	0	1	2
Revis	10	12.5	5	50.0	51	5.1	0	0	2
Sherman	7	10.8	4	57.1	35	5.0	0	0	1

We know that this is Harris' bread and butter on 3rd down, so while he gave up the most receptions, he also remained competitive with his averages.

Score

Revis 51/60

Sherman 51/60

Harris 47/60

vs. "other" (backups and 4's/5's)

DB	T	%	Rec	%	Yds	A/T	TD	Int	PD
Harris Jr.	6	6.7	2	33.3	19	3.1	0	0	1
Revis	2	2.5	1	50.0	5	2.5	0	0	0
Sherman	10	15.4	3	30.0	38	3.8	0	2	0

Revis almost never saw any targets against this type of receiver. Remember-it has to do with scheme. Harris Jr. moves around more than Sherman but less than Revis, Sherman moves around the least.

Score

Revis 49/60

Harris 48/60

Sherman 47/60

vs. TE

DB	T	%	Rec	%	Yds	A/T	TD	Int	PD
Harris	8	8.9	4	50.0	44	5.5	0	0	0
Revis	5	6.2	3	60.0	11	2.2	0	0	1
Sherman	5	7.7	1	20.0	17	3.4	0	0	0

Pretty even as far as target distribution here as well. Harris gave up far more yardage per target than in any other category we have seen thus far.

Score

Revis 55/60

Sherman 51/60

Harris 44/60

Getting Beat, Making Plays

DB	20+	40+	Long	TD	INT	PD
Harris Jr.	4	0	22	0	3	10
Revis	8	2	45	2	2	11
Sherman	5	2	60	1	4	4

Harris allowed the least amount of completions of 20+ yards. He is the only DB from this group that did not allow a reception more than 40 yards...he's the only one to keep the opposition from scoring a TD. His INT/PD numbers are virtually tied with Revis.

Score

Harris 53/60

Sherman 37/60

Revis 37/60

Harris Island welcomes all visitors

Harris 293

Revis 275

Sherman 267

In the end Harris Jr. triumphs over both his contemporaries. He is the most consistent player regardless of the target and he kept big plays from happening in the Broncos secondary. It does not matter if you're a #1, #2, slot receiver, or TE, your stay on Harris Island will leave you wanting for more.

Visitors to Harris Island need to be aware of one thing--you can check out anytime you like, but you can never leave.

And when you do check out just know that you will be thrift shoppin' in the foreseeable future. Lessons like this gonna leave you light in the pockets and short on confidence.

WHATYA GONNA DO WHEN CHRIS HARRIS JR. JUMPS THE ROUTE ON YOU???