Steelers rookie Eli Heidenreich reveals near signing with Buccaneers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 6:12 PM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
Pittsburgh Steelers rookie Eli Heidenreich disclosed that he was poised to sign with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers as an undrafted free agent prior to being selected in the 2026 NFL Draft. Heidenreich, chosen in the seventh round with the 230th overall pick, expressed gratitude for the opportunity, having attended the draft where he received strong support from Steelers fans. His prior agreement with Tampa Bay came before receiving the call from Steelers management.
- •Eli Heidenreich was set to sign with the Buccaneers before being drafted.
- •He was selected by the Steelers in the seventh round of the 2026 NFL Draft.
- •Heidenreich received considerable support from Steelers fans during the draft.
- •His agent had been in talks with Tampa Bay before the draft.
- •Heidenreich's story showcases the unpredictability of the draft process.
- 6:12 PMYahoo Sports — 1 Steelers rookie was preparing to sign with a different NFL team
"One Pittsburgh Steelers rookie revealed that he would’ve signed with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers if he hadn’t been selected in the 2026 NFL Draft.
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