Steelers’ Derrick Harmon
Mom Passes Away After NFL Draft

Absolutely heartbreaking news — Pittsburgh Steelers first-rounder Derrick Harmon‘s mother has passed away … shortly after the former Oregon star visited her at the hospital to share the news he was selected with the 21st overall pick in the NFL draft.

Leading up to the draft, Harmon stated his mom underwent roughly eight brain surgeries during his childhood … and her resilience was what inspires him to this day.Draft night was “bittersweet” for him, though … as while he was excited to join his first pro team, his mom was in the hospital on life support.
Derrick Harmon’s journey to becoming the 21st overall pick by the Steelers was driven by the strength of his mom Tiffany ❤️
— ESPN

The Steelers and entire NFL community has since sent their condolences to Harmon’s family.

