Steelers Draft Max Iheanachor: Nigerian-Born Tackle

0:00On April 24, Pittsburgh Steelers just boosted their offensive line by drafting Max Ihanacore, a massive offensive tackle from Arizona State. University, with the 21st overall pick in the 2026 NFL draft, happening right in their own backyard. Hall of Famer Jerome Betis broke the news. In this guy's built like a wall at 6 feet 6 inches tall, starting 12 games at right tackle for. The Sun Devils in 2025. Ihanacore's story hits different. He's Nigerian born, started as a soccer goalie and basketball player, and only jumped into football back in 20. 21. Showing that pure athleticism can fast track you to the pros. Steelers entered with 12 picks, the most of any team, setting them up for four more selections, Friday and 7 on Saturday, barring any trades. As the draft rolls on, expect Pittsburgh to keep stacking talent eyes peeled for how Ihanacore locks down that line long term. Their reps in a film news today brought to you with AI.