Steelers Sign Local Buddies Heidenreich & Tecza

0:00On April 27th, the Pittsburgh Steelers turn heads in the 2026 NFL Draft by snagging Navy's Eli Heidenreich in the 7th round. This Pittsburgh native from Mount Levenon High, where he won a state title, brings speed and versatility as a runner and receiver. Now the team is doubling down by signing his longtime teammate Alex Teza to rookie minicamp. These two have been side by side since way back, climbing the football ladder together at Navy. Teza and Reik's 4.44 second 40 yard dash time caught eyes, but Teza was the power guy, bulldozing up the middle like a full back four. Those gritty yards, fans are loving this local flavor, and buddy story, calling it one of the drafts feel good moments. It adds heart to the Steelers' backfield mix, especially with Heidenreich already locked in. Teza's Navy offense didn't let him flash receiver skills, so teams see him as a minicamp shot, not a sure thing. Still, he's got that tough runner vibe that could surprise in Pittsburgh.

1:01Pairing up again gives Teza a shot to shine alongside his partner in crime, keeping their bond alive in the pros for at least the camp. That's your NFL News Today update, AI powered and always on.