Steelers’ Harris seeks to expand leadership role in 2nd year

Najee Harris Pittsburgh Steelers running back Najee Harris (22) slips a tackle attempted by Detroit Lions cornerback Jerry Jacobs (39) during the second half of an NFL football game in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021. (AP Photo/Don Wright) (Don Wright/AP)

August 8, 2022 at 7:31 p.m. UTC

By Associated Press

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Steelers running back Najee Harris has been slowed by a foot injury during his second training camp with the Steelers.

But the injury has allowed Harris an opportunity to pause from the daily on-field training camp practice grind and expand his leadership role.

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