McCarthy Plans to Deploy Eli Heidenreich as a Multi-Position Weapon for Steelers
Mike McCarthy said the Steelers will open up the playbook for Navy’s Eli Heidenreich, using him as a versatile, multi-position weapon in Pittsburgh. McCarthy’s history with four-down playmakers like Ty Montgomery and Randall Cobb suggests Heidenreich could handle backfield, slot, and wide duties, reflecting his wing-back role at Navy. His pro transition may be challenging, but the Steelers’ staff believe his skill set fits a Swiss Army knife profile.