Navy's Heidenreich Joins Steelers

0:00On April 26th, the Pittsburgh Steelers capped off the first NFL draft ever held in their city by snagging Navy running back and wide receiver Eli. Hyden Reich, with their second pick in the 7th round. This local kid from Mount Lebanon, Pennsylvania, made it a moment to remember, stepping up in his full Naval Academy dress uniform as over 8. 100,000 fans packed the event near Acrojure Stadium. Hyden Reich called it an overwhelming thrill, turning the corner to see the skyline and a sea of black and gold Steelers gear everywhere. The NFL put him in the green room, turning his late round selection into something special for the hometown hero. On the field, this 6 foot 198 pound standout earned second team all conference honors last season with over 1,000 four. 100 all-purpose yards, including 941 receiving, and 499 rushing. He's one of just three major college players in 70 years to hit 400 rushing and 900 receiving yards in a single year.

1:02Over three seasons at Navy, he set school records with 1,994 receiving yards and 16 touchdowns while adding 1,157 rushing yards. Back in high school, he was Pennsylvania's top class 6A player, leading Mount Lebanon to its first state title, with Navy roots in his family grandpa and uncle both served. Hyden Reich brings that grit to the Steelers, ready to battle for a roster spot and keep, the Pittsburgh story rolling. That wraps NFL news today, brought to you with AI. I'm Cory with the story.