Giants sign Najee Harris to enhance running back depth
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 4:28 PM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026
The New York Giants are signing Najee Harris to strengthen their running back position. Harris, a four-time 1,000-yard rusher, previously played for the Pittsburgh Steelers and signed with the Los Angeles Chargers in 2025 before sustaining an Achilles injury. He has recently completed a workout with the Giants and is not yet at full readiness. Giants coach John Harbaugh acknowledged Harris's extensive experience but noted he is not in football shape yet. The team has shown interest in Harris since early this offseason.
- •Harris signed after a workout with the Giants on August 18, 2026.
- •He rushed for over 1,000 yards in all four seasons with the Steelers.
- •Harris had a brief stint with the Chargers in 2025 before his injury.
- •John Harbaugh has experience coaching against Harris in the AFC North.
- •The Giants' interest in Harris has been ongoing since the offseason.
- 4:28 PMYahoo Sports — Najee Harris signing: Giants add four-time 1,000-yard rusher
"The Giants make a big move to add to their offense.
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