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4/29/25 | Jaylen Warren Won’t Be Changing Anything About His Game With Najee Harris Gone. For three seasons, Najee Harris and Jaylen Warren were the perfect complement to each other in the Pittsburgh Steelers’ backfield. Harris was the thunder, the guy who would wear defenders down with his plodding, physical style. Warren was the lightning, who would come in, change the pace, still hit you in the mouth and rip […] Source: https://steelersdepot.com/2025/04/jaylen-warren-wo... |
4/29/25 | Jaylen Warren Won’t Be Changing Anything About His Game With Najee Harris Gone. For three seasons, the combination of Najee Harris and Jaylen Warren in the backfield of the Pittsburgh Steelers was a perfect complement to each other. Harris was the thunder, the guy that would wear defenders down with his plodding, physical style. Warren was the lightning, who would come in, change the pace, still hit you […] Source: https://steelersdepot.com/2025/04/jaylen-warren-wo... |
4/28/25 | Renner Questions Kaleb Johnson Pick, Wonders ‘How Long’ Arthur Smith Will Be OC. After losing Najee Harris this offseason, the Pittsburgh Steelers went into the draft knowing they’d have to take a running back at some point. The Steelers found theirs in the third round, with the 83rd overall pick. There, they selected Kaleb Johnson out of Iowa. Johnson makes a lot of sense, given the scheme fit […] Source: https://steelersdepot.com/2025/04/renner-doubts-ka... |
4/27/25 | Los Angeles Chargers hit for 'redundant' showing in 2025 NFL draft. The Los Angeles Chargers made an unexpected move in the first round of the 2025 NFL draft when they took North Carolina running back Omarion Hampton at No. 22 overall. Hampton is well worth the selection, but L.A. just signed Najee Harris this offseason. Harris isn't exactly a dominant back, but he's run for at least 1,000 yards all four seasons of his career, which is why running back wasn't atop the watch list for the Chargers. Source: https://www.si.com/nfl/chargers/los-angeles-charge... |
4/26/25 | Kaleb Johnson Brings A ‘Home Run Element’ Steelers Have Been Missing, Analyst Believes. Losing Najee Harris in free agency was a big blow for the Pittsburgh Steelers, but that blow was lessened Friday night as the Steelers landed Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson — the No. 3 running back in the class on Dane Brugler’s big board — at No. 83 overall in the third round. It gives […] Source: https://steelersdepot.com/2025/04/kaleb-johnson-br... |
4/26/25 | Nick Saban Compares Kaleb Johnson To Najee Harris. Former Alabama head coach Nick Saban coached former Steelers RB Najee Harris in college, and Saban sees a lot of similarities between Harris and Steelers third-round pick Kaleb Johnson. On the ABC broadcast of the NFL Draft, Saban said that Johnson and Harris are the same type of player. He also believes that Johnson is […] Source: https://steelersdepot.com/2025/04/nick-saban-compa... |
4/25/25 | Ex-Steelers RB Najee Harris Gets Company With Chargers Drafting Omarion Hampton. When Najee Harris left the Steelers for the Los Angeles Chargers, I’m guessing he didn’t expect another first-round running back. But despite signing him in free agency, that’s exactly the path the Chargers took. With their first-round pick Thursday night, they selected North Carolina RB Omarion Hampton. “This is not something that was ever split […] Source: https://steelersdepot.com/2025/04/ex-steelers-rb-n... |
4/25/25 | Ex-Steelers RB Najee Harris Gets Company With Chargers Drafting Omarion Hampton. When Najee Harris left the Steelers for the Los Angeles Chargers, I’m guessing he didn’t expect another first-round running back. But despite signing him in free agency, that’s exactly the path the Chargers took. With their first-round pick Thursday night, they selected North Carolina RB Omarion Hampton. “This is not something that was ever split […] Source: https://steelersdepot.com/2025/04/ex-steelers-rb-n... |
4/24/25 | Los Angeles Chargers Draft Omarion Hampton: Fantasy Impact on Najee Harris and Others. Omarion Hampton brings a three-down skill set to the NFL. Now on the Chargers, how does his arrival impact the fantasy value of Najee Harris? Source: https://www.profootballnetwork.com/los-angeles-cha... |
4/22/25 | Did Chargers GM already hint at Najee Harris' exit right after signing him?. The Los Angeles Chargers signed running back Najee Harris to a one-year, $5.3 million contract in free agency, replacing the injury-prone J.K. Dobbins with a proven bell cow. Yes, he has reeled off over 1,000 yards in each of his first four NFL seasons, but he did it on an average of 3.9 yards per carry, which is not exactly ideal. As a result, the Chargers are expected to select another halfback in the NFL Draft to complement Harris in the backfield, but general manager Joe Hortiz made some interesting comments about the situation recently. “But you don't want to discount a player who is similar to Najee because, again, it may not be a need (now), but it could be a need (in the future).” Source: https://www.si.com/nfl/chargers/los-angeles-charge... |
4/21/25 | PFF: Steelers’ ‘Worst-Case Scenario’ In Draft Is Not Landing RB By Round 4. After losing workhorse running back Najee Harris in the offseason to the Los Angeles Chargers as a free agent, the Pittsburgh Steelers have a significant need at the running back position entering the 2025 NFL Draft. While Kenneth Gainwell was added in free agency to shore up some depth and add some explosiveness to the […] Source: https://steelersdepot.com/2025/04/pff-steelers-wor... |
4/21/25 | Chargers talk about RB NFL draft plans after Najee Harris signing. It's no secret that the Los Angeles Chargers are looking for more offensive firepower. While he's not considered one of the top ballcarriers in the league, Harris does have four 1,000-yard rushing seasons under his belt, which is something that shouldn't be scoffed at. Harris stands at 6'1, 232 pounds and won't be explosive or elusive, but can get those tough yards when need be. The Chargers have 10 picks to work with in next week's draft and one of those could be used on a running back to pair with Harris. Source: https://www.si.com/nfl/chargers/chargers-talk-nfl-... |
4/20/25 | Chargers linked to Steelers in NFL draft through RB Najee Harris. The Los Angeles Chargers caused a small bit of chaos in the AFC during free agency when signing running back Najee Harris away from the Pittsburgh Steelers. Harris, who hasn't had the nicest things to say about the Steelers since signing with the Chargers, now slots into that Jim Harbaugh-like bruising running back role. Source: https://www.si.com/nfl/chargers/chargers-linked-st... |
4/18/25 | Steelers rumors: RB draft buzz continues to get louder after losing Najee Harris. The 2025 NFL Draft class is not particularly deep in most positions, but it is full of talented running back prospects. After losing Najee Harris to the Los Angeles Chargers in free agency, the Pittsburgh Steelers are projected to take one of them. The Steelers have “done a ton of work” scouting the incoming running back class and are determined to walk away with one, according to ESPN's Matt Miller. “The Pittsburgh Steelers have done a ton of work on this talented running back group, according to scouting sources,” Miller wrote. Source: https://clutchpoints.com/nfl/pittsburgh-steelers/s... |
4/16/25 | The Steelers Brought In Nine RBs For Visits. Ranking Their Most Likely Selections. With Najee Harris leaving in free agency to sign with the Los Angeles Chargers, and Kenneth Gainwell being signed to a one-year deal in free agency, the Pittsburgh Steelers find themselves with a significant need at the running back position alongside Jaylen Warren. Currently, Warren, Gainwell, and veteran Cordarrelle Patterson are the only running backs […] Source: https://steelersdepot.com/2025/04/the-steelers-bro... |
4/13/25 | Pat Freiermuth wasn't a fan of Najee Harris' Steelers criticism. Najee Harris' sour grapes with the Pittsburgh Steelers were on full display during his first few media appearances with his new team—the Los Angeles Chargers—and Pat Freiermuth took exception to his close friend's comments. Freiermuth is, of course, referencing Harris' criticism of the Steelers' training facility and the team's inability to form a consistent offensive identity during his four years in the Steel City. Source: https://steelerswire.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl... |
4/12/25 | Brockhoff: The Sleeper Prospect Pittsburgh Should Draft. After four years of posting 1,000 rushing yards, Najee Harris left for the Los Angeles Chargers. The Steelers brought in Kenneth Gainwell, but the backfield only consists of him, Jaylen Warren, and a potentially-eventual-cut Cordarrelle Patterson. It’s why the team is scouring the Earth for a running back and why the sleeper prospect Pittsburgh should […] Source: https://steelersdepot.com/2025/04/brockhoff-the-sl... |
4/09/25 | After Losing RB Najee Harris, Steelers Host 40-TD ‘Violent Downhill Runner’ Ahead of 2025 NFL Draft. The Steelers are hosting RB Omarion Hampton on a pre-draft visit as they look to replace Najee Harris and add explosiveness to their offense. Source: https://www.profootballnetwork.com/steelers-draft-... |
4/08/25 | ‘One Of The Most Elusive Backs In College Football’ Tabbed As Best Day 2 Fit For Steelers. After losing Najee Harris to the Los Angeles Chargers in free agency, the Pittsburgh Steelers find themselves with a significant need at running back ahead of the 2025 NFL Draft. Fortunately for the Steelers under GM Omar Khan, the position is quite deep in the draft class, providing the Steelers with an opportunity to land […] Source: https://steelersdepot.com/2025/04/one-of-the-most-... |
4/08/25 | Steelers Shouldn't Take RB Early in NFL Draft. Najee Harris' departure to the Los Angeles Chargers left the bulk of the carries up for grabs in the Pittsburgh Steelers' running back room, but the team doesn't have to look far for his replacement. An undrafted free agent out of Oklahoma State in 2022, Warren beat the odds by cracking the Steelers' 53-man roster as a rookie and has been a requisite part of their offense from that point forward. Source: https://www.si.com/nfl/steelers/news/pittsburgh-st... |