James Harrison's Advice for Broderick Jones

0:00On May 2nd, Pittsburgh Steelers declined the fifth-year option on offensive tackle Browderick Jones, putting his future with the team in serious. Question after a neck injury cut short his last season. The injury happened when a Bears defender yanked him down by the helmet, forcing him out after just 11 starts at left tackle. Meanwhile, the Steelers grabbed Arizona State Tackle Max E. Hanakor with the 21st overall pick in last month's 2026 NFL Draft, signaling they're moving on at that spot. Jones has put together 38 starts over three seasons, showing flashes but not enough consistency yet. Steelers legend James Harrison, the all-time sack leader, gets the business side and has some real talk for the 25-year-old Jones. He says don't rush back just to prove yourself as a free agent next year, focus on getting fully healthy first. That way, Jones could land at least the one-year minimum deal somewhere. Stay healthy through a full season and cash in bigger after that. The option was worth $19,072,000, fully guaranteed through the end of 2027.

1:05Steelers could still work out a new extension before his deal expires next March, but for now, it's all about Jones prioritizing his long-term game.