Following a promising start to the season, Derrick Harmon’s sophomore campaign with the Steelers has been put on hold.
The 21st overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft left the Steelers’ game against the Browns on Thursday with a foot injury. Harmon was in the middle of a season where he tallied 1.5 sacks, 12 tackles, two QB hits, and one forced fumble.
In 12 games last season, Harmon had 27 tackles and three sacks. Pittsburgh’s defense is known for being tough. Harmon was ready for a breakout season. Now, it looks like he will be out for a while.
Here are the latest updates on the status of the Steelers’ rising star.
Derrick Harmon injury update
Harmon was carted off on Thursday with a foot injury. The injury happened in the first half of the Steelers’ 27-24 loss to the Browns.
The 23-year-old wore a walking boot after the game. An MRI was scheduled for Friday.
How long is Derrick Harmon out?
Per ESPN’s Ian Rapoport, Harmon is expected “to miss a few weeks.” While not a long-term injury, a trip to the IR is not off the table.
Pro Football Talk also reported Harmon could miss at least four games. That would mean a potential return, if all goes according to plan, could be on November 15 against the Bengals.
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