Alabama Crimson Tide running back Najee Harris (22). Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
Here are the reasons that the Steelers using an early pick on a running back would be a waste in the 2021 draft
While the Steelers certainly have a hole at running back, the clamoring for Najee Harris in the first round has to stop. It’s not that Harris isn’t a good prospect, but the idea of taking a running back that early when the team has a plethora of needs elsewhere would be a waste of a pick. While the Steelers should draft a running back in this class, it shouldn’t be any earlier than in the second round.