Williamson pointed to Harrison’s value-to-cap ratio as a reason the Steelers could move on, saying his cap space is likely worth more than his on-field return. He added that Cole Holcomb is a solid candidate for the No. 3 role behind the presumed starters.
Beyond Harrison, the Steelers’ depth at linebacker includes Carson Bruener as a core special-teams contributor, with Tyler Matakevich and Miles Killebrew also in the mix and expected to land spots on the roster. The group is designed to bolster special teams and provide veteran presence in various packages.
The current offseason roster also features Patrick Queen and Payton Wilson at inside linebacker, and pundits project Queen and Wilson to start after impressive showings in the early depth chart.
Harrison’s recent career with the Steelers included starting nine of 11 games last season, posting 41 tackles and two tackles for loss, but no quarterback hits, sacks or passes defended. He signed a two-year, $10 million contract with the Steelers in 2025 after five seasons with the Ravens.
As the organization continues to refine the roster, the balance between cap savings and depth will shape decisions at inside linebacker, with Harrison’s status representing a key algebraic cut candidate amid the broader competitive landscape.
