Rookie Ahamri Harvey's Versatility Give Him A Path To Steelers Special Teams

Whether he is labeled a cornerback or a defensive back, one thing is certain about undrafted rookie Ahmari Harvey: he is an all‑around playmaker.

Harvey’s collegiate career began with its share of obstacles. After seeing no action as a true freshman at Auburn, he entered the transfer portal following the 2021 season. His first year at Georgia Tech, as a redshirt freshman, offered limited defensive snaps, though he contributed consistently on special teams across nine appearances. One year later, Harvey emerged as one of the Yellow Jackets’ standout defensive backs, leading the team with three interceptions.

His senior season was arguably his finest. In addition to setting career highs in passes defensed and tackles for loss, Harvey posted the ninth‑best completion percentage allowed in the nation at 44.1%, while holding opposing receivers to a catch rate of just 45.5%.

Whether making plays in coverage or contributing on special teams, Harvey has earned a reputation as a willing tackler who plays a physical brand of football and excels in short‑area coverage. On a Steelers roster crowded at the defensive‑back position, his versatility may give him a legitimate opportunity to carve out a role—particularly as a special‑teams contributor.

Harvey’s rise—from limited early opportunities to becoming a key piece in Georgia Tech’s secondary—shows a player who consistently turns adversity into growth. If his upward trajectory continues, Harvey can realistically move from a depth hopeful to a trusted rotational defender in a unit that values assignment‑sound play.