Macho Harris isn't most fifth-round picks.
A rookie, Harris has been selected by head coach Andy Reid and defensive coordinator Sean McDermott to be the opening day free safety, a position Harris has only been playing for about two months.
"The coaches feel like I'm prepared for this, so that's why they made the decision," Harris said. "But all I can control is what I can control, and that's all I worry about.
"I just focus on doing what I'm coached to do, effort, and being coachable. At this level, I feel like everybody is at the same level as far as athleticism and ability."
Harris emerged from a crowded crop of safeties to grab the starting safety spot opposite Quintin Mikell. Harris believes Mikell is the perfect guy to have alongside him.
To find out what Harris has to say about Mikell's presence alongside him, and how he handled the transition from college cornerback to NFL safety, click here.
-- Posted by Bo Wulf, 4:57 p.m., September 9
