Steelers rookie Eli Heidenreich projected to miss 53-man roster cuts
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 7:41 PM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
In a roster prediction by Steelers insider Mark Kaboly, rookie Eli Heidenreich is projected not to make the 53-man roster. Heidenreich, a fan favorite, faces tough competition for a spot, with players like Kaleb Johnson and Travis Homer also in consideration. Steelers running backs Rico Dowdle and Jaylen Warren are expected to take on the bulk of the workload, limiting the opportunities for Heidenreich. The decision will ultimately depend on his performance in training camp and the preseason.
- •Eli Heidenreich is predicted to miss roster cuts.
- •Mark Kaboly makes the prediction for the Steelers.
- •Rico Dowdle and Jaylen Warren expected to carry the load.
- •Heidenreich faces competition from Kaleb Johnson and Travis Homer.
- •Final roster decisions will be influenced by preseason performance.
- 7:41 PMYahoo Sports — Steelers fan-favorite rookie fails to make 53-man roster in new prediction
"According to Pittsburgh Steelers insider Mark Kaboly's new 53-man roster prediction, Eli Heidenreich won't survive the initial cuts.
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