Entering the offseason, one of the spots that the team was looking to upgrade was the backup running back position. Rookie runner Najee Harris, the team’s first round pick out of Alabama, was exactly as advertised, posting 1,200 yards rushing, a new rookie team record. He also showed off his skills through the air, snaring 74 balls for 467 yards. His impressive first season garnered him a Pro Bowl nod, but the one caveat to all of this was his massive workload. He logged 381 touches, the most in the league, and he also set the rookie record for most touches without a fumble, with 366.
Benny Snell Looking ‘More Explosive’ As Steelers Look To Ease Najee Harris’ Workload
