Pittsburgh Steelers Host Linebacker Kyle Louis

0:00Welcome to NFL News today. Two minutes of updates that matter to NFL fans, hit subscribe and stay connected. Pittsburgh Steelers Scouts hosted University of Pittsburgh Linebacker Kyle Lewis at their facilities this week as part of the 2026 NFL Draft process. The local star from Pitt caught their eye, especially since the team's share practice complex. Lewis joined Illinois defensive lineman James Thompson for the visit, showing the Steelers are digging deep into prospects. Earlier this week, the team also showed up at the University of Georgia Pro Day, signaling strong interest in inside linebackers. Pittsburgh has a clear gap at middle linebacker heading into the draft, and they've eyed several top talents like Georgia's CJ Allen for a possible first round pick. Fans and analysts see Lewis as a versatile defender who could play inside linebacker or shift to safety in the pros. For three college seasons, he racked up 198 tackles, 10 sacks, six interceptions, and two forced fumbles proving he can stop.

1:02Runs and cover passes. The Steelers have made big moves in free agency to upgrade cornerbacks and wide receivers, but their inside linebacker group looks the same for next year, that as everyone watching closely as more visits like Lewis' pop up. Meanwhile, other day two options like Cincinnati's Jake Golday and Texas Tech's Jacob Rodriguez are on their radar too. It feels like a trend. Pittsburgh is poised to grab an impact linebacker in the draft to shore up that key spot. The Daily News Now is presented by our sponsor. When you want calm, do not reach for your phone. Stay back and listen, S-O-L-I-SallyPillow.com.