Steelers' Mike Tomlin May Not Have The Complete Control Fans Think After Lost Battle

[SteelerNation.com News]

The Pittsburgh Steelers surprised many when they declined the fifth-year option on running back Najee Harris' contract. The extension would have only cost the team about $6.7 million for 2025, and it is hard to imagine that a solid replacement could be found for less. Head Coach Mike Tomlin has been on the hot seat after another first-round exit from the postseason. One of the biggest criticisms is that he has too much control over the team's personnel. However, a longtime Steelers insider refuted that claim, saying he lost the battle to retain Harris.

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