It's rare enough for a football player from a military academy to make the NFL. How about a captain and Bronze Star winner?
The remarkable story of Steelers tackle Alejandro Villanueva, an ex-Army Ranger who served three tours in Afghanistan, is being showcased in a new advertising campaign by USAA. The premiere of the 30-second commercial will be during this Sunday's telecasts of games.
Also in the ad (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fOQbAnfaKig) are Villanueva's wife and young son. His transition from Army Ranger to NFL offensive lineman is depicted, focusing on protection - of both Ben Roethlisberger in the pocket (Villanueva's current job), and insurance offered by USAA.