Georgia CB Daniel Harris Arrested, Charged for Driving 106 MPH

Georgia’s ongoing issues with player behavior on the road continued Thursday night when cornerback Daniel Harris was arrested for reckless driving. Reports indicate he was clocked at 106 miles per hour, which is 41 mph over the speed limit, on a wet road. This incident was detailed in a report from the Athens-Clarke County Police Department.

The No. 1-ranked Bulldogs are set to face Kentucky this Saturday. ESPN has attempted to contact Georgia officials regarding Harris’ arrest and whether he traveled with the team.

According to police, Harris, a sophomore who appeared in the team’s first two games this season, was speeding around 8 p.m. on Georgia 10 Outer, near the College Station Road entrance ramp. His 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee was seen overtaking two other vehicles in rainy conditions. The arresting officer used a department-issued Dragon Eye Lidar device, which registered Harris’ speed at 106 mph, according to the incident report.

Harris was stopped by police and taken into custody at the Clarke County Jail at 10:40 p.m. He was released just over an hour later on a $50 bond. His vehicle was found to have a temporary tag that expired on August 4, 2024, and the registration had lapsed as of March 8, 2024. He also failed to provide proof of insurance and had materials affixed to his vehicle that obstructed visibility from the windows. Additionally, he did not have his seatbelt fastened at the time of arrest.

This incident occurs against the backdrop of previous troubles within Georgia’s football program. Running back Trevor Etienne was recently suspended for the opener against Clemson after an earlier arrest for DUI in March. In a plea deal reached in July, prosecutors dismissed the DUI charge, and Etienne pleaded no contest to reckless driving, along with guilty pleas for charges related to underage alcohol possession, failure to maintain lane, and a window-tint violation.

Georgia’s football community has faced a troubling series of driving-related offenses. A particularly tragic incident in January 2023 resulted in the deaths of recruiting staff member Chandler LeCroy and player Devin Willock, who were involved in a racing incident with a vehicle driven by standout defensive lineman Jalen Carter. Both cars were reportedly traveling over 100 miles an hour, and alcohol was deemed a factor in the crash.

Since that incident, there have been over 20 arrests or citations involving Georgia players for various driving-related offenses, including DUI and speeding. Meanwhile, Victoria Bowles, a former recruiting staffer who survived the January crash, recently settled her lawsuit against the university’s athletic association. The family of Devin Willock is also pursuing legal action against the athletic association and other parties involved.

In light of these persistent problems, Coach Kirby Smart announced measures aimed at improving player behavior behind the wheel. Smart indicated that he has taken steps such as suspending players’ NIL earnings and requiring them to participate in driving courses. Additionally, the program has welcomed guest speakers to address the issue with the team.

At the SEC media days in July, Smart emphasized the importance of safety for both the players and the community. “We’re still talking about it because we’ve had issues. The most important thing is the safety, the health, and safety of our players and our community. We have to do a better job,” he stated.