The Pittsburgh Steelers made the surprising decision to decline Najee Harris’ fifth-year option earlier this month, and while it leaves the running back with just one year left on his contract, former Steelers RB and Pro Football Hall of Famer Jerome Bettis believes it’s actually a good thing for Harris.
Appearing on The Zach Gelb Show, Bettis explained why it’s a “blessing in disguise” for Harris.
“If I was him, I would be happy because you now have an opportunity to go out and bet on yourself, prove to everyone that, ‘Hey, I’m a quality running back and guess what, I’m a free agent, people.