Can Jaylen Warren be the Pittsburgh Steelers’ bell-cow back?
The Pittsburgh Steelers’ decision to decline RB Najee Harris’ fifth-year option throws the future of the position into flux. Many assumed that the Steelers would gladly exercise it at roughly $6.8 million, but they’re letting him play 2024 out.
While declining the option doesn’t guarantee that Harris will leave in free agency in 2025, there is an obvious lack of commitment now in the backfield. After three years and 834 rushing attempts, the Steelers may need a new bell-cow running back. Do they believe that Jaylen Warren is capable of being that player?