Eli Heidenreich rookie fantasy outlook and impact on RB teammates
The Steelers selected Eli Heidenreich late in the NFL draft. What is his 2026 fantasy outlook, and how might his presence impact his RB teammates?
The Steelers selected Eli Heidenreich in the seventh round of the NFL draft. What is his realistic 2026 fantasy outlook, and how might his presence impact Jaylen Warren, Rico Dowdle, and Kaleb Johnson? Heidenreich profiles as “more valuable on the field than in fantasy.
” Not surprising for a seventh-rounder, and also a function of his college usage. He collected only 169 carries across three seasons at Navy. He was far more valuable through the air, racking up 1,994 receiving yards -- nearly double his total rushing yards -- on 109 catches.
What’s his secret? 4. 44 speed.
If given the space, he could push for deep-league streamability if things break right. One big obstacle, however, is the talent that surrounds him. Warren is locked in as the 1A, at least for now.