Najee Harris Fantasy

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Najee Harris led all NFL RBs last year in offensive snaps played and touches in 2021. "We are doing that a lot this year (that) I will not be on the field, I guess, (as much)," Harris said. "I will be on the field a lot but on certain downs, I will not be on the field. Just (pick my spots), I guess. Extra rest." Last year, Harris' 980 snaps were 170 more than the league's second-most relied-upon back. His 381 touches were nine more than the league runner-up, and he was on the field for 83.5% of the Steelers offensive plays. Harris' 74 receptions led all RBs, and his 94 targets were tied for the NFL lead. Volume helped Harris finish as the RB4 in fantasy last year, and while fantasy managers never want to hear that a guy will receive less playing time, the reduction in snaps could make Harris more effective when he does get the ball. He'll still be a high-end RB1 target in drafts.

Jun. 8th • 10:07 AM

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Najee Harris now weighs 244 pounds, up from his listed playing weight of 230 pounds last year as a rookie. The Athletic's Mark Kaboly was already raving this offseason that Harris was one of the most physically imposing running backs he's ever seen. The 24-year-old was very impressive in his first NFL season in 2021, going for 1,200 rushing yards and seven touchdowns on 307 carries while also adding 74 catches on 94 targets for 467 yards and three more scores. While Pittsburgh's offense might not be as intimidating without quarterback Ben Roethlisberger, Harris should remain heavily involved and will no doubt be a high-end RB1 target in fantasy. He finished as the RB4 last year behind only Jonathan Taylor, Austin Ekeler and Joe Mixon.

May. 31st • 12:12 PM

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Najee Harris is in excellent shape, and The Athletic's Mark Kaboly said he's never seen a running back who looks like Harris in the 20 years he's been covering the NFL. Harris' quadriceps and calves are humongous but nowhere near the size of his hamstrings. Kaboly said "they look like bowling balls while he is in motion." Harris has natural catching ability and works on it often, so he's quickly becoming a dangerous all-around RB heading into just his second NFL season. The 24-year-old was a Pro Bowler as a rookie when he had 1,200 rushing yards and seven touchdowns on 307 carries in 2021, adding 74 receptions for 467 yards and three more scores. Even with questions at quarterback, Harris should be a no-doubt RB1.

May. 29th • 10:50 AM