A freak mistake at the worst time. That’s what happened to Pittsburgh Steelers RB Najee Harris Sunday in Philadelphia. Finally finding offensive traction with the chance to tie the game at 20, Harris fumbled a simple toss play in Eagles’ territory. Philadelphia recovered and controlled the game the rest of the way. But that moment won’t prevent OC Arthur Smith from going right back to Harris. Speaking to reporters Wednesday, Smith remained confident.
“It doesn’t change my confidence in Naj,” Smith said via the PPG’s Brian Batko. “He’s a very dependable player. Nobody wants to screw up.