Free-agent linebacker James Harrison is visiting with the New England Patriots on Tuesday, a source told ESPN's Field Yates.
The 39-year-old cleared waivers Monday after being released by the Pittsburgh Steelers.
While Harrison was available on waivers with just $70,588 left owed to him for 2017, the Patriots seem to have opted to try signing him for less in order to have him on the roster for a potential playoff run. Perhaps more importantly, it would prevent him from returning to the Steelers on a cheaper deal.
Harrison has played just 40 snaps this season, but is the Steelers' all-time sacks leader with 80.5. He recorded another two sacks in one season with the Cincinnati Bengals in 2013.
