Steelers Gameday
Steelers RB Najee Harris Breaks Franco Harris’ Rookie Rushing Record
PITTSBURGH — In the midst what was already a night that saw Steelers running back Najee Harris reach and surpass 1,000 yards on the ground, the 23-year-old rookie achieved even more history. Harris also broke Pro Football Hall of Famer Franco Harris’ record for most rushing yards in a single season by a rookie in franchise history.
Harris’ record breaking run came in impressive fashion, exploding for 30 yards on a the third quarter run. His 2021-2022 season accomplishments are now as follows: the Steelers rookie record for total yards (previously held by Le’Veon Bell with 860), 1,000 total yards, 1,000 rushing yards and now the franchise rookie record for single season rushing yards.
The Alabama product entered the night with 984 yards as a runner and 422 as a receiver this season. While a season full of benchmarks and records is tough to argue as anything but successful from an individual perspective, Harris has had to endure an up and down season, mostly due to playing with a banged up and inexperienced offensive line. This has resulted in Harris averaging 3.7 yards per carry.
Steelers Land Xavier Worthy in New Mock Draft
John Metchie Could be Upside Add to Steelers WR Room
WVU DB Beanie Bishop Has Lots of Suitors. Could Steelers Land Him?
Another Possible Partner? ESPN Floats Steelers-Cowboys Draft Trade
Steelers May Have to Add Cheaper Wide Receiver
Steelers Afternoon Drive: Can Steelers Find Their Next Mike Hilton?
Locked On: Is Graham Barton an Overlooked Steelers Draft Option?
Steelers Afternoon Drive: Why are Steelers Scouting Top LBs?
Steelers Afternoon Drive: Can Steelers Turn Graham Barton into Star Center?
