PITTSBURGH — University of Pittsburgh linebacker Kyle Louis is the first Panther off the board in the 2026 NFL Draft after being selected No. 138 overall in the fourth round by the Miami Dolphins.

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Both teams perform well defensively on third down. Pittsburgh ranks 21st in the FBS, allowing opponents to convert 32.7% of the time. Miami (FL) ranks 6th, allowing a 29.3% third down conversion rate.

Kyle Louis’ path to the NFL didn’t follow the traditional blueprint, but his production and versatility made it impossible for teams to ignore. The former Pitt linebacker heard his name called in the ...

Fernando Mendoza, the favorite for the No. 1 overall pick, will not attend the 2026 NFL Draft in person. Mendoza will remain with family in Miami rather than traveling to Pittsburgh. The draft begins ...