Najee Harris was durable, dependable, and tough as nails running between the tackles. He broke more explosive plays than he gets credit for, but nobody would use the adjective “explosive” when describing his game. That is exactly the word Arthur Smith used (multiple times) when discussing the Pittsburgh Steelers’ selection of RB Kaleb Johnson in the third round of the 2025 NFL Draft.
On 40-yard dash times and body measurements alone, Harris and Johnson appear to be similar players. But put on their tape for just a few minutes and you will instantly notice a difference. P-G Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo believes Johnson will prove to be much more explosive than Harris ever was in Pittsburgh.