James Harrison Speaks Out: Steelers Weren't Honest About Playing Time
So to set the record straight on his own terms, Harrison released a long statement via Instagram on Friday in which he explained why he requested his release from the Steelers.
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So to set the record straight on his own terms, Harrison released a long statement via Instagram on Friday in which he explained why he requested his release from the Steelers.
I doubt that he is fully healthy, or even close to it. And I believe it's affecting his play.
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