Pittsburgh Steelers
· 2026-07-03
Former Pittsburgh Steelers running back Najee Harris could join the Cincinnati Bengals.
The 2026 season is approaching and Harris is looking for another opportunity.
Harris suffered a torn Achilles tendon in Week 3 of the 2025 campaign.
He was with the Los Angeles Chargers on a one-year deal.
Harris was a reliable running back for the Steelers, rushing for at least 1,000 yards in each of his first four seasons.
He was selected by the Steelers with their first-round pick in the 2021 NFL Draft.
The Steelers are currently 16th in the National Football Conference with a 3-14 record.
Harris could be an early-down contributor in a running back duo or platoon for the Bengals.
He's not an explosive rusher, but his 6’1″, 242-pound frame can be featured in short-yardage and goal-line situations.
The Bengals already have their lead back in Chase Brown, who led the team with 1,019 rushing yards and six touchdowns last season.
The Steelers' next game is against the Atlanta Falcons on September 13, 2026.
Harris could face his former team at least two times a year if he joins the Bengals.
Moe Moton of Bleacher Report thinks Harris could be a good fit for the Bengals.
The Steelers are on a nine-game losing streak.
Harris ran for 3,843 yards and 46 touchdowns during his time at Alabama.
He's looking to prove his worth after a disappointing season with the Chargers.
The Bengals could use Harris to keep Brown fresh.
Harris is on the back end of his prime years, but he can still contribute.
The question is, would Harris be interested in crossing enemy lines to face his former team.