Malik Harrison

Career StatsD

Year	Team	GP	Tkl	Sacks	INT
Career		87	215	2.0	—
2025		11	41	0.0	0
2024		15	54	2.0	0
2023		14

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

The Steelers secured Malik Harrison on what amounts to a fair market deal, earning a C CVI that reflects competent but unspectacular value. At $5M annually, Pittsburgh is paying rotational player money for exactly that — a rotational player who can contribute in sub-packages and provide linebacker depth without breaking the bank. The two-year structure with $4.1M guaranteed gives the Steelers reasonable protection while allowing Harrison to potentially earn his way into a larger role, though the modest guarantee suggests they view him more as a dependable role player than a breakout candidate. Harrison's production tier aligns almost perfectly with his salary slot, making this the definition of market-rate business — neither a bargain nor an overpay, just competent roster building. For a Steelers defense that values versatility and depth at linebacker, this signing represents solid foundational work rather than a splash move, giving them a reliable piece who knows his role and can execute it consistently.

Performance Analysis

Malik Harrison earns a D grade as a veteran linebacker providing depth for the Steelers' defense. His career in Baltimore showed a player who could contribute against the run but struggled in coverage, which is a common limitation for traditional linebackers. Pittsburgh values his physicality and ability to fill gaps on early downs, which keeps him in the rotation. Harrison isn't going to be a three-down player at this point, but his run-defense contributions provide value in specific packages. He's a dependable depth piece who knows his role and executes it.