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USA Today
9 hours ago
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Undrafted rookie RB thanks Steelers for opportunity — looks to prove Tomlin, Khan right
The Steelers' 2025 NFL Draft haul may have been impressive — but one of Pittsburgh's undrafted rookies is ready to make a similar splash. Before throwing the first pitch at last Thursday's Reading Fightin Phils game, undrafted rookie RB Max Hurleman thanked the Steelers for taking a chance on him (courtesy of Reading Eagle's Jared Montalto): "Thankful to a really good organization like the Pittsburgh Steelers,' Hurleman said. 'I can't thank them enough — Coach (Mike) Tomlin, [Art] Rooney, [Omar] Khan — for just affording me this opportunity, and I'm going to make them right in their decision.' According to the Steelers' website, Hurleman rushed for 814 yards on 194 carries in 51 collegiate games — 23 of which he started. He also made an impact in the punt return game, accumulating 353 yards on 49 punt returns. Hurleman could follow in the footsteps of Steelers RB Jaylen Warren, who went undrafted in 2022 and has since proven that draft status is just a label. For up-to-date Steelers coverage and analysis, follow us on X @TheSteelersWire and give our Facebook page a like.
Yahoo
a day ago
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Sleeper Steelers RB Looks to Turn Heads: ‘I'm Going to Make Them Right in Their Decision'
Before throwing out the first pitch at the Reading Fightin Phils' game on Thursday, Pittsburgh Steelers undrafted running back Max Hurleman declared the Steelers will not regret their decision in giving him an opportunity. The Steelers signed the Wyomissing, Pa. native and former Notre Dame running back after a rookie tryout in May. 'Thankful to a really good organization like the Pittsburgh Steelers,' Hurleman said, via the Reading Eagle. 'I can't thank them enough. Coach (Mike) Tomlin, Mr. Rooney, Mr. Khan, for just affording me this opportunity, and I'm going to make them right in their decision.' Advertisement Hurleman started out his collegiate journey as a running back at Colgate. With the Raiders, he played in 35 games and made 23 starts over four seasons. He was the starting running back in the 2021 and 2022 seasons, rushing 92 times for 346 yards and one touchdown in 2021 and 83 times for 397 yards in 2022. He was also a prolific receiver, catching 30 passes for 281 yards in 2021 and 20 for 239 yards and one touchdown in 2022. Hurleman was one of three players to sign out of rookie camp, following fellow rookie tryout, tackle Gareth Warren, and veteran running back Trey Sermon. 'Probably the moment I walked in there and shook Coach Tomlin's hand, that was very surreal,' Hurleman said on the opportunity to be a Steeler. 'Just being in that building, and you have to separate the fan versus OK, now these are my coworkers. And so that's really the moment. Okay, this is it. It's pretty cool.' Pittsburgh Steelers running back Max Hurleman at minicamp on June 5, 2025. — Ed Thompson/ Steelers Now In 2023, Hurleman moved to wide receiver, but did not see as much playing time, catching 28 passes for 273 yards and two touchdowns as a redshirt junior. Advertisement Hurleman then transferred to Notre Dame as a cornerback for the 2024 season. He played just three snaps of defense for the Fighting Irish. No matter what position he is listed to play, Hurleman's major contributions have come on special teams. He returned 23 punts for Notre Dame last season for 138 yards. He also returned punts and kicks for Colgate in his time with the Raiders. At Notre Dame, Hurleman was a four-phase special teamer, playing on kickoff return, kick coverage, punt return and punt coverage units. In addition to his returns, he had four special teams tackles in 2024. Hurleman thinks his versatility is his best attribute. Advertisement 'Helped me a ton. Just being able to have one guy wear multiple hats definitely goes a long way in the league, there in the NFL,' Hurleman said of his versatility to play running back, wide receiver, cornerback and special teams. 'So I think being able to show that I could do all those different things really went a long way. I was afforded the opportunity to show that because some guys may have went down during the mini camp. And, you know, lucky for me, I was able to do that stuff, and I think it is very important.' This article originally appeared on Steelers Now: Sleeper Steelers RB Looks to Turn Heads: 'I'm Going to Make Them Right in Their Decision' Related Headlines
Yahoo
20-05-2025
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Steelers sign 3 following rookie minicamp, release RB
Cornerback Max Hurleman #37 of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish runs downfield on punt coverage during the Penn State Nittany Lions versus Notre Dame Fighting Irish College Football Playoff Semifinal at the Capital One Orange Bowl on January 9, 2025, at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida. | Photo by Joe Robbins/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images The Steelers announced a flurry of roster moves Monday, signing three players following rookie minicamp tryouts and releasing running back Aaron Shampklin to make room. The signings are former Notre Dame running back Max Hurleman, former Ohio State and Indianapolis Colts running back Trey Sermon, and former Lindenwood offensive lineman Gareth Warren. Advertisement The Sermon signing was previously reported. Hurleman, although announced as a running back, has worn a number of hats over his football career. Listed as a cornerback at Notre Dame, he largely played on special teams, logging snaps on coverage units and also returning punts. Before transferring to the Fighting Irish, he played four years at Colgate: three as a running back and one at wide receiver. The 5'11, 202-pound athlete ran a 4.68-second 40-yard dash at his pro day along with a 36' vertical and 13 reps on the bench press. In 2024, he recorded 13 total tackles and 23 punt returns with a six-yard average. Over his Colgate career, he recorded 814 rushing yards on 194 attempts, 80 receptions for 841 yards, and four touchdowns. Advertisement Warren, listed at 6'6, 328 pounds, started 36 games in college at left guard and left tackle. He was a first-team all-conference selection in 2024, helping the Lindenwood Lions rush for a conference-leading 173.7 yards per game. More from
Yahoo
12-05-2025
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Notre Dame special teamer heads to the NFL
Former Notre Dame cornerback and special-teams player Max Hurleman has signed with the NFL's Pittsburgh Steelers. Hurleman, who has the ability to return kicks, hails from Pennsylvania, but closer to Philadelphia than Pittsburgh. Hurleman played in 16 games for the Fighting Irish in 2024, compiling 13 tackles -- 11 solo -- and recovered a fumble. Advertisement Hurleman has now punched his ticket to the NFL as an undrafted free agent. It's a tough road ahead -- Hurleman may have to fight just to make the Steelers' roster -- but it's still remarkable for a depth player. Even one with punt- and kick-return ability. Good luck, Max! Contact/Follow us @IrishWireND on X (Formerly Twitter), and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Notre Dame news, notes, and opinions. Follow Tim on X: @tehealey This article originally appeared on Fighting Irish Wire: Max Hurleman from Notre Dame has signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers
USA Today
12-05-2025
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- USA Today
Notre Dame special teamer heads to the NFL
Notre Dame special teamer heads to the NFL The Fighting Irish cornerback and kick/punt returner heads to the Pittsburgh Steelers Former Notre Dame cornerback and special-teams player Max Hurleman has signed with the NFL's Pittsburgh Steelers. Hurleman, who has the ability to return kicks, hails from Pennsylvania, but closer to Philadelphia than Pittsburgh. Hurleman played in 16 games for the Fighting Irish in 2024, compiling 13 tackles -- 11 solo -- and recovered a fumble. Hurleman has now punched his ticket to the NFL as an undrafted free agent. It's a tough road ahead -- Hurleman may have to fight just to make the Steelers' roster -- but it's still remarkable for a depth player. Even one with punt- and kick-return ability. Good luck, Max! Contact/Follow us @IrishWireND on X (Formerly Twitter), and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Notre Dame news, notes, and opinions. Follow Tim on X: @tehealey
