Declining RB Najee Harris’ fifth-year option is one of the most interesting decisions the Pittsburgh Steelers made this offseason. While there’s been a significant move away from paying the position, running backs are the most affordable fifth-year option. The Steelers could have locked Harris in for 2025 for under $7 million; they decided that wasn’t worth it.
But what exactly does that say about what they think of Najee Harris? He’s rushed for 3,269 yards in the past three season with 28 scrimmage touchdowns. While he hasn’t been a bastion of efficiency, he’s been a reliable contributor.