NFL’s Najee Harris Still Available in Free Agency
Filmogaz.com reports that running back Najee Harris remained unsigned as of March 20. He spent most of his one-year deal with the Los Angeles Chargers on injured reserve.
The veteran suffered a torn Achilles in Week 3. A separate preseason fireworks incident injured his eye earlier in the year.
Injury timeline and background
Harris entered 2025 with a clean durability record from four seasons in Pittsburgh. The consecutive incidents in preseason and Week 3 changed that picture.
Teams are weighing the Achilles recovery against his prior performance. At 27 years old, Harris now faces a different market than he did as a first-round pick.
2025 performance
He finished 2025 with 61 rushing yards and 25 receiving yards across three games. Those totals ended his four-year streak of 1,000-plus rushing yards.
- Games played: 3
- Rushing yards: 61
- Receiving yards: 25
- Age: 27
Free agency outlook
In the NFL market, teams appear cautious about making an immediate offer. Some franchises may prefer to wait on medical updates before committing.
Given his recent injury history and age, Harris is unlikely to be targeted for a starting running back role. More realistic is a signing that provides meaningful snaps in a No. 2 running back capacity.
Projected role and landing spots
Expect teams to view him as a change-of-pace back or an experienced depth piece. He could earn situational work and short-yardage opportunities.
Fantasy and dynasty implications
For dynasty managers, Najee Harris still available in free agency is worth a speculative roster spot. He makes sense as a handcuff and low-risk stash ahead of 2026.
There remains a slim chance he regains standalone value as a low-end RB3 or flex, depending on his landing spot and recovery progress. Monitoring medical reports and team plans will be essential for fantasy decisions.
