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Steelers’ Derrick Harmon Questionable After Full Practice, Could Debut Versus Patriots

Coaches see the first-round pick as a limited-snap reinforcement for a thin run defense.

Overview

  • The rookie defensive lineman was a full participant Friday and is listed as questionable for Sunday’s Week 3 game at New England.
  • Defensive coordinator Teryl Austin said Harmon's workload would be capped if he plays as the staff monitors his football conditioning.
  • Harmon has not practiced or played since spraining his MCL in the Aug. 21 preseason finale.
  • Pittsburgh is short-handed on defense with edge rusher Alex Highsmith and safety DeShon Elliott out and lineman Isaiahh Loudermilk on injured reserve.
  • Selected No. 21 overall for his run-stopping ability, Harmon would join a rotation that includes rookies Yahya Black, second-year Logan Lee and veteran Daniel Ekuale to help a unit allowing about 149.5 rushing yards per game.