Eli Heidenreich prefers running back over wide receiver for Steelers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 10:08 PM
Last updated Jun 8, 2026
Pittsburgh Steelers rookie Eli Heidenreich expressed his preference for playing running back rather than wide receiver during a media session at mandatory minicamp. Heidenreich, selected in the seventh round of the 2026 NFL Draft, views running back as his natural position, drawing on past experience in high school and college. The versatile playmaker has been compared to Christian McCaffrey due to his ability to create mismatches as a pass catcher from the backfield. Heidenreich will look to establish his role in the Steelers' offense leading into the upcoming season.
- •Eli Heidenreich prefers running back over wide receiver.
- •He was selected 230th overall in the 2026 NFL Draft.
- •Heidenreich has drawn comparisons to Christian McCaffrey.
- •He has experience at both positions during his football career.
- •He aims to establish his role in the Steelers' offense.
- 10:08 PMYahoo Sports — Steelers’ Eli Heidenreich reveals his preferred position: RB or WR
"Pittsburgh Steelers versatile rookie Eli Heidenreich revealed whether running back or wide receiver feels more comfortable.
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