Archive · 22 May 2025
Steelers Sign Derrick Harmon to Rookie Deal, Bolstering Defense
The Pittsburgh Steelers have signed Derrick Harmon, a defensive player, to a four-year contract worth almost $18 million.
Harmon played college football at Michigan State and the University of Oregon.
He was drafted 21st overall in the 2025 NFL Draft.
The team hopes he'll help their defense, especially against the run.
He is expected to make his debut on September 7, 2025.
The Steelers struggled to stop the run in the 2024 playoffs, making the addition of Harmon important.
The Pittsburgh Steelers signed Derrick Harmon to a four-year rookie contract.
The contract is worth a total of $17,973,604 and is fully guaranteed.
Harmon was drafted 21st overall in the 2025 NFL Draft.
He played college football at Michigan State and the University of Oregon.
Harmon is expected to make his regular season debut on September 7, 2025.
- Who
- The Pittsburgh Steelers and Derrick Harmon.
- What
- Derrick Harmon signed a four-year rookie contract with the Steelers.
- When
- Signed May 20, 2025; Expected debut on September 7, 2025.
- Where
- Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (team); New York (debut game)
- Why
- The Steelers hope to strengthen their defensive line and improve their ability to stop the run.
- Team
- Pittsburgh Steelers
- Player
- Derrick Harmon
- Position
- Defensive Tackle
- Contract Type
- Four-year rookie contract
- Contract Value
- $17,973,604
- Draft Pick
- 21st overall
- College Teams
- Michigan State, University of Oregon
- Expected Debut
- September 7, 2025