Steelers General Manager Omar Khan made a business decision not to pick up the fifth-year option on running back Najee Harris’s rookie contract. Despite this, Khan believes that Harris could still have a future in Pittsburgh beyond 2025.
Khan expressed his admiration for Harris as both a player and a person and mentioned that the team could potentially sign him to a contract extension before he hits free agency. Khan personally informed Harris of the decision not to pick up his option and expressed optimism about the possibility of doing business with him long term.
Although some NFL teams are hesitant to invest heavily in running backs, Harris may still have a chance to secure a good contract with the Steelers. Khan hinted that the team is open to negotiating a long-term deal with Harris, showing that they value his contributions to the team. Regardless of the decision not to pick up his option, Harris’s future with the Steelers seems promising.
