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James Harrison Signs Deal To Return To Steelers

PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – James Harrison's retirement is over.

The former Pittsburgh Steeler who retired just a couple of weeks ago took has signed a new contract with the team.

Earlier this month, the former linebacker announced his retirement after 11 seasons in the NFL.

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93-7 The Fan Steelers insider and Post-Gazette reporter Ed Bouchette joined "The Fan Morning Show" Monday to discuss the possibility of James Harrison returning to the team.

Bouchette said that he wouldn't rule out the Steelers bringing back Harrison in light of last night's injuries.

"Why not?" Bouchette said. "I'd never say never."

Bouchette then went into more detail about his feelings on the potential of the recently-retired Harrison returning.

"I don't know that it's a real possibility," Bouchette said. "I don't believe it's a real possibility, but I wouldn't discount it because who would you rather see out there, James Harrison or Howard Jones? I'm just speculating here. If you could talk James Harrison into coming back, I don't think it would take much."

Harrison took to Instagram Tuesday morning showing a picture of him signing a contract with the Steelers.

Harrison posted an Instagram video Monday night fueling speculation that he would return to the team.

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