Eli Heidenreich

Pittsburgh Steelers
Running Back

Personal

Age	23
Birthdate	July 28, 2003
Height	6'0"
Weight	198 lb

Draft

College	Navy
Year	2026
Pick	Round: 7, Overall: 230
Team	PIT

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Eli Heidenreich: Eli Heidenreich a Worthy Stash Candidate Amid Backfield Injuries in Pittsburgh

A seventh-round pick in the 2026 NFL Draft out of Navy, Pittsburgh Steelers running back Eli Heidenreich has yet to record his first NFL carry. However, the 23-year-old appears to be in line for an expanded role in his team's Week 3 matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals. Steelers running back Rico Dowdle (toe) has already been ruled out with a toe injury, and veteran back Jaylen Warren (shoulder) is officially questionable with a shoulder issue. If neither of Pittsburgh's top two running backs is available, Heidenreich could take over the majority of the team's backfield work on Sunday. Even if Warren plays, Heidenreich would be the next man up and could take on some secondary touches. Heading into Week 3, fantasy managers may want to consider stashing Heidenreich off the waiver wire.

Sep. 25, 2026 12:15 PM EST