Eli Heidenreich misses out in Steelers latest roster projection
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 2:22 PM
Last updated Jul 24, 2026
Eli Heidenreich, a Navy standout and local Steelers fan, faces challenges in making the Pittsburgh Steelers roster after the latest ESPN projection. The report indicates Heidenreich will not secure a spot among the team's expected running backs and wide receivers, which includes Jaylen Warren, Rico Dowdle, and others. His style of play, rooted in a triple-option system at Navy, may hinder his adaptability to the NFL. Despite this setback, there is potential for Heidenreich to join the practice squad as he continues to pursue an NFL career.
- •Eli Heidenreich grew up a Steelers fan in Pittsburgh
- •Latest projections show Heidenreich missing the 53-man roster
- •Steelers have three running backs likely making the roster
- •Heidenreich excelled in a Navy triple-option offense
- •Potential for Heidenreich to join the practice squad remains
- 2:22 PMYahoo Sports — Navy legend Eli Heidenreich gets bad news in Steelers roster projection from ESPN
"Heidenreich is a hometown kid, too, who grew up as a Steelers fan.
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