NFL star, Antioch native Najee Harris injured in 4th of July fireworks explosion, his agent confirms

ANTIOCH, Calif. (KGO) -- NFL running back and Bay Area native Najee Harris has been confirmed as one of the injured in the fireworks explosion in Antioch on 4th of July.

Harris' agent released a statement to ESPN, saying that Harris suffered a superficial eye injury and he expects to be ready for the upcoming season.

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Najee Harris runs with the ball against the Baltimore Ravens during the second half of an NFL football game, Saturday, Dec. 21, 2024, in Baltimore.

(AP Photo/Stephanie Scarbrough)

Harris signed a one-year contract with the Los Angeles Chargers this offseason after spending the last four seasons with the Pittsburgh Steelers.

ESPN contributed to this report

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NFL star, Antioch native Najee Harris injured in July 4 fireworks explosion, agent confirms