Pittsburgh Steelers free agent linebacker James Harrison recently visited with the Cincinnati Bengals, and the team has a high level of mutual interest in the veteran, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL.com.

Rapoport adds that Harrison and the Bengals have yet to being in-depth contract talks, but these could pick up over the weekend. Cincinnati appears to covet Harrison as a base outside linebacker and nickel pass-rusher, according to team sources.

Harrison was one of several linebackers hosted by the Bengals this weekend, as they also received a visit from Karlos Dansby. However, Harrison is the only one that Cincinnati is reportedly highly interested in.

The Bengals have had to witness Harrison’s defensive prowess over the years when they took on the Steelers. He isn’t the same player that he was – as he’s now 34 years old – but it appears that he could be had for a reduced contract. Harrison still showed an ability to rush the passer last season, and the Bengals appear interested in seeing what they can get out of the veteran for at least one more year.