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Despite participating in meetings and off-field activities, Los Angeles Chargers running back Najee Harris remains on the Non-Football Injury (NFI) list after suffering an eye injury caused by fireworks earlier this summer. According to head coach Jim Harbaugh, there is still no clear timeline for Harris’s return to practice. During training camp in San Diego, […]

The Los Angeles Chargers are the first team to report to training camp as they will be taking on the Detroit Lions in the NFL Hall of Fame Game on July 31 in Canton, Ohio. The Hall of Fame Game is always a fun time of year as the league celebrates the recent inductees and […]

Los Angeles Chargers running back Najee Harris reportedly suffered an eye injury during a fireworks mishap on the Fourth of July. With training underway, reports potentially reveal Harris’ current status. The Chargers are “likely” to place the 27-year-old running back on the Non-Football Injury list, according to Daniel Popper of The Athletic. Najee Harris is […]

The Los Angeles Chargers added an intriguing talent to their backfield over the offseason when they signed former Pittsburgh Steelers star running back Najee Harris to a one-year contract worth $5.25 million. Harris will be among the players to watch on the side of the Bolts in the upcoming Chargers training camp, though his status […]

Every year, on one of the most eventful days of the summer, people go crazy on the 4th of July. Fireworks are shot everywhere, and people go out of their way to be a part of the fun. It is a day that embraces America. Injuries always happen, and it isn’t a shock anymore when […]

The Los Angeles Chargers have fully recharged their expectations following their return to the playoffs. The Bolts even handed Justin Herbert new weapons to fuel the 2025 charge — notably signing Najee Harris and drafting Omarion Hampton. Jim Harbaugh brings back a playoff roster. But this 2025 group looks far from complete. In fact the […]

The Los Angeles Chargers made an early playoff exit last season in Jim Harbaughs first year back in the NFL. The Chargers had plenty of chances to be a better team, but their offensive struggles were evident by Ladd McConkey being the only real weapon for Justin Herbert. Looking ahead to this upcoming season, Los […]

The Los Angeles Chargers have doubled down on their run-first approach this offseason under head coach Jim Harbaugh. The Chargers landed former Pittsburgh Steelers rusher Najee Harris on a one-year, $9.5 million contract in free agency and the team spent its first round pick in the NFL draft on North Carolina running back Omarion Hampton. […]

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 […]

When it comes to the 2025 NFL calendar year, few teams’ futures are as up in the air as the Pittsburgh Steelers. Sure, they did just pull off a massive deal for DK Metcalf, who signed an equally massive extension that makes him among the highest-paid players in the NFL, but who will be throwing […]

The Los Angeles Chargers are going to look a lot different when the 2025 NFL season kicks off this fall. LA has already added a number of playmakers on both sides of the ball, including RB Najee Harris. They will add even more talent in the 2025 NFL Draft, where they Chargers hold the 22nd […]

After spending four seasons with the Pittsburgh Steelers, Najee Harris is set to wear a new uniform in 2025. A team source confirmed that he has reached a free-agent deal with the Los Angeles Chargers. Harris signed a one-year, $9.5 million deal with the Chargers, marking a new chapter for the running back, who turned […]

Update: The Chargers and Najee Harris have agreed to a new one-year contract worth up to $9.5 million, according to FOX Sports’ Jordan Schultz. With JK Dobbins potentially on the out in 2025, the Los Angeles Chargers appear to be interested in former Pittsburgh Steelers running back Najee Harris when he becomes available in free […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers will be at the forefront of everyone’s attention over the next handful of days, and not just because their plan at quarterback remains something of a mystery after they pulled the trigger on a deal for former Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf. The Steelers most steady and consistent offensive weapon over the last […]

Like many previous offseasons, the 2025 NFL free agency period is expected to be an eventful month. Despite coming off their third consecutive Super Bowl appearance, the Kansas City Chiefs are likely to be one of the most active teams. As they look to keep their dynasty alive, 18 members of the Chiefs’ 2024 roster […]

The past four years have been a roller coaster ride for Najee Harris, who has never failed to reach 1,000 rushing yards despite constant inefficiency. With the Pittsburgh Steelers declining his fifth-year option, the former first-round pick will hit free agency in the 2025 NFL offseason, likely resulting in a change of scenery. Harris, 26, […]

One way or another, the San Francisco 49ers’ running back room is going to look noticeably different in 2025. With two of their former lead backs, Jordan Mason and Elijah Mitchell, both set to hit the open market, the 49ers could be on the lookout for new blood to add to an RBs room headlined […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers’ backfield could return in 2025. The organization has the option to re-sign running back Najee Harris to a long-term contract, or let him walk in free agency. That appears to be the only way Pittsburgh can retain Harris, as the franchise tag won’t be used because of the high price tag ($13.6 […]

Can Najee Harris emerge as the 2025 version of Saquon Barkley? The NFL has watched Barkley flourish and dominate with the Philadelphia Eagles, as a prized free agent signing. Harris brings his own 1,000-yard resume into this year’s free agency market. Except he produced four straight seasons of surpassing 1,000 yards with the Pittsburgh Steelers. […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers had a solid 2024 season. Pittsburgh finished the regular season 10-7 and earned a spot in the AFC playoffs. Unfortunately, they got bounced by the Ravens in the Wild Card round. Now the Steelers have plenty of questions to answer as they try to improve the roster during the offseason. In some […]

The Denver Broncos’ season came to an end under the bright lights of Highmark Stadium, suffering a 31-7 Wild Card loss to the Buffalo Bills. Sure, the loss was a tough pill to swallow for players, coaches, and fans. However, it wasn’t entirely unexpected. The defeat also represented a pivotal moment for a team poised […]

With contract negotiations seemingly at a stand-still between the Pittsburgh Steelers and running back Najee Harris, their loss to the Baltimore Ravens in the Wild Card round didn’t appear to help his case of re-signing, per Taylor Rooks’ interview posted by Blitzburgh on X. “[Najee Harris] closed his media availability with the question that was, […]

The recent weeks haven’t been the most ideal for the Pittsburgh Steelers. On a four-game skid, Mike Tomlin’s squad finished off the regular season with a loss to the Cincinnati Bengals last Saturday. That gives them a 10-7 record and a sixth-seed finish ahead of the playoffs, meaning they’ll face none other than their AFC […]

During the latter half of Saturday Night Football against the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 18, Pittsburgh Steelers running back Najee Harris had to leave the game with what looked like a head injury, per Ian Rapoport on X. “Steelers RB Najee Harris is being evaluated for a head injury, and he is questionable,” Rapoport wrote. Though […]

As the NFL regular season barrels toward its climactic finish, the Pittsburgh Steelers find themselves in a precarious position. Recall that they had an impressive start to the season where they held a 10-3 record heading into Week 15. However, the Steelers have lost their last three games, opening the door to a potentially nightmarish […]

Christmas has arrived, bringing with it an exciting slate of NFL games sure to excite football fans. Among the highlights is the Pittsburgh Steelers’ showdown with the Kansas City Chiefs. This is a matchup with significant playoff implications and plenty of potential for excitement. As the Steelers continue fight to for their division and to […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers have been one of the most pleasant surprises of the 2024 NFL season. Pittsburgh is 10-4 heading into Week 16 and currently sits at the top of the AFC North division. The Steelers have already clinched a playoff spot and are fighting to win the division over the Ravens. Unfortunately, the Steelers could […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers entered Week 15 of the 2014 NFL season with playoff aspirations firmly in their sights. Despite facing a Philadelphia Eagles team that had been dangerous throughout the season, many felt Pittsburgh could still take care of business. Instead, what transpired at Lincoln Financial Field was a performance that left Steelers fans frustrated […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers fell back to earth on Sunday, dropping a 27-13 decision to their in-state rival Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. For the Eagles, it was their franchise-best 10th consecutive victory, while the Steelers lost for just the second time in their last nine games. During the third quarter, a critical mistake cost […]

In the Pittsburgh Steelers’ thrilling 44-38 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals, running back Najee Harris momentarily found himself sidelined in the first quarter for an unexpected reason—Thanksgiving dinner. Specifically, Harris revealed after the game that Pat Freiermuth’s girlfriend, Jill, was behind his brief absence. “Thanksgiving, Pat’s girlfriend, Jill, made some fine-ass, little banana thing, and […]

The 2024 NFL season is nearing its critical phase as teams plow past the midway point of the season and position themselves for playoff spots and division titles. Big division games are on the menu, and one of the earliest big games takes place this week as the first-place Pittsburgh Steelers (7-2) host the second-place […]

After dropping two-straight games, the New York Giants were looking to get back in the win column against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Monday Night Football in Week 8. Although quarterback Daniel Jones wasn’t in danger of being benched against the Steelers, the same can’t be said for cornerback Deonte Banks. While attempting to tackle Najee […]

In an unfortunate turn of events for the Pittsburgh Steelers, standout running back Najee Harris has been sidelined due to a rib injury. This development comes at a critical juncture for the team, which relies heavily on Harris’s ability to generate offense. “The Steelers list RB Najee Harris as DNP today with a rib injury.” […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers are used to playing with a target on their backs not receiving glowing compliments from rivals. Well, running back Najee Harris has an undeniable talent that Maxx Crosby could not deny, and does not want to meet in the Oklahoma drill. “He’s another one. A big f****** physical back. You really got […]

Looking at the Pittsburgh Steelers crushing of the Las Vegas Raiders Sunday afternoon, 32-13, one of the main reasons for victory was the running game led by star Najee Harris. Despite the return of Steelers running back Jaylen Warren, Harris had a huge game for the team which garnered a reaction from quarterback Justin Fields. […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers will be facing the Dallas Cowboys in Week 5, but they’ll be without two of their running backs, according to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero. “Steelers RBs Jaylen Warren (knee) and Cordarrelle Patterson (ankle) are out for Sunday vs. Dallas. Russell Wilson (calf) is questionable again,” Pelissero tweeted on X, formerly Twitter. That […]

The Indianapolis Colts handed the Pittsburgh Steelers their first loss on Sunday after a 27-24 Week 4 result. Some players from both teams engaged in some competitive trash-talking, like running back Najee Harris flipping off the fans at Lucas Oil Stadium. However, the Colts earned the right to talk back by winning, and linebacker Zaire […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers now hold a 3-0 record after defeating the Los Angeles Chargers 20-10 in Week 3. However, running back Najee Harris endured an injury scare. Harris received an important injury update on Tuesday, via NFL insider Jordan Schultz. “Sources: #Steelers RB Najee Harris, who was seen in the locker room with a sling […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers are one of four NFL teams to have started 3-0 (the Bills can make it five on Monday night), but their latest win against the Los Angeles Chargers came at a cost. The Steelers suffered a litany of injuries on Sunday, and could be missing some starters when they take on the […]