PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Steelers kicked off the new league year by signing linebacker Malik Harrison, marking the second consecutive season they’ve acquired a player from the Baltimore Ravens.
Harrison, formerly with the Ravens, inked a two-year contract with Pittsburgh worth $5 million annually, adding depth to their linebacker corps.
However, not everyone is pleased with the move. Ravens defensive back Marlon Humphrey voiced his frustration on X, particularly upset that Harrison chose to join their division rival.
“Out of 31 other teams, you pick the yellow team… @Leek_39, honestly screw you,” Humphrey posted.
A key figure in Baltimore’s defense, Humphrey has been a thorn in the Steelers’ side in recent seasons. He recorded a career-best six interceptions last year, including two against Pittsburgh. He’s also been highly engaged online this offseason, seeking fan input on Ravens personnel decisions—potentially hinting at a future in football administration after his playing days.
Harrison isn’t the first Raven to make the jump to Pittsburgh; Patrick Queen did the same last year. Though Queen didn’t quite hit his stride with the Steelers, that didn’t stop former teammates and Ravens fans from taking shots at him for joining their AFC North rival.
Despite Humphrey’s remarks, his comments appear to be in good fun, adding fuel to a historic rivalry that has remained highly competitive in recent years. With both teams struggling to establish dominance, their matchups have been unpredictable, making for intense and exciting battles on the field.
