Breaking News: The Pittsburgh Steelers are signaling their strong interest in adding fresh talent to their backfield, as they welcomed two highly-rated running backs to their facility for pre-draft visits on Tuesday. After reports confirmed UCF’s RJ Harvey, the Steelers announced another visitor – Ohio State’s TreVeyon Henderson, marking the ninth running back brought in for a visit this year.
Harvey, previously reported to visit, enters the draft as a dynamic, undersized yet explosive runner, having rushed for over 1,500 yards in each of his last two college seasons. The 24-year-old showcased his speed and agility with a 4.40 40-yard dash and impressive leaping abilities at the NFL Combine. Meanwhile, Henderson, a four-year standout at Ohio State, is hailed as one of the draft’s top running backs, boasting true home run speed and remarkable elusiveness.
Both prospects are expected to be drafted in the third round or later, adding depth to an already deep class of running backs. With these visits, the Steelers seem intent on reinforcing their backfield and adding big-play threats to complement rising star Jaylen Warren.
Steelers Bulk Up Pre-Draft Visits with Two Dynamic Running Backs
The Pittsburgh Steelers have invited not one, but two explosive running backs, UCF’s R.J. Harvey and Ohio State’s TreVeyon Henderson, for top-30 visits, adding to their growing list of pre-draft prospects. This move signals the Steelers’ keen interest in bolstering their running back corps ahead of the 2025 NFL Draft.
R.J. Harvey: Big Plays on Small Frames
At 5’8″, 205 lbs, R.J. Harvey might be undersized, but he’s accustomed to running over – or around – bigger defenders. His final two college seasons saw him eclipse 1,400 rushing yards each year, culminating in a outstanding senior campaign (232 carries, 1,577 yards, 22 TDs).
The Steelers are hosting two running backs for Top 30 visits today: Ohio State’s TreVeyon Henderson and UCF’s R.J. Harvey.
At the NFL Combine, Harvey clocked a 4.40 40-yard dash, leaped 38 inches in the vertical jump, and broad jumped 10’7″. Our exclusive explosive run rate study crowned him king of 10- and 20-plus yard carries by wide margins.
More Than Just a Runner
Our detailed scouting report on Harvey praises his vision, cutback ability, and receiving prowess. Though he’ll turn 24 in late February, his age might not deter teams oudlining him as a valuable day two pick.
TreVeyon Henderson: Home Run Hitter
Standing at 5’10”, 202 lbs, Henderson brings true breakaway speed to the table, timed at 4.43 in the 40 at the Combine. Paired with a 38.5-inch vertical and 10’8″ broad jump, he’s a home run threat every time he touches the ball.
In 2024, Henderson tallied 1,053 rushing yards (7.1 YPC) and 11 touchdowns in a committee role. Over four years at Ohio State, he racked up 3,761 yards and 48 TDs.
Ready for the Show?
Our scouting report highlights Henderson’s angle-busting speed and elusiveness but notes a slight frame prone to injury. He could flourish as a change-of-pace back and special teams ace at the next level.
Steelers’ Draft Plans Take Shape
With these visits, Pittsburgh has now invited nine running backs, suggesting they’re eager to reinforce their backfield. Assuming they complete their list with Toledo DL Darius Alexander’s pending visit, the Steelers’ draft strategy is coming into focus.
- Why are the Steelers focused on RBs? – Pittsburgh’s running game struggled in 2024, ranking 27th in yards per carry (3.9). Adding a dynamic backfield threat could boost their offense considerably.
- Could both Harvey and Henderson end up in Pittsburgh? – While anything’s possible, drafting both might depend on how the board falls. Both have third-round grades, so they could be in play around the Steelers’ third (pick 69) or fourth-round (pick 104) selections.
Stay tuned to 247Sports for the latest on the Steelers’ draft preparations and breaking news on these intriguing prospects.
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