The Denver Broncos have a running back problem. While it’s not a problem that’s new to 2024, it’s just become more pronounced as the Broncos have shocked the NFL this season by going from a team projected to win less than 6 games in the preseason to being on the verge of making the AFC Playoffs for the first time since 2015.
While the Broncos and head coach Sean Payton have taken a patchwork approach to running back — and relied heavily on the young legs of rookie quarterback Bo Nix — it’s not something that’s probably sustainable moving forward.
That’s why the Broncos should make a big move in the offseason and try to sign free agent running back Najee Harris away from the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Harris has been one of the most consistent running backs in the NFL over the last 4 seasons and is on pace for his fourth consecutive season with at least 1,000 rushing yards with 891 rushing yards and 5 touchdowns through 14 games — Harris also has 30 receptions for 256 yards.
