Pittsburgh Steelers running back Najee Harris (22). Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
The Steelers releasing DeCastro will be felt by everyone, but no one is more negatively affected by the move than the team’s new rookie running back.
When the Steelers selected Najee Harris in the first round of the NFL draft, the mantra of “fix the running game” that was echoed by Art Rooney at the beginning of the offseason was coming into effect. While upgrading the running back position is key to improving the run game, there is a definite need to bolster an offensive line if a run game truly wants to improve.