With the 156th pick of the 2021 NFL Draft (12th in the fifth round), the Pittsburgh Steelers selected Wisconsin defensive lineman Isaiahh Loudermilk. This was the first selection obtained by a draft day trade this year for the Steelers, who sent a fourth round pick in next year’s draft to Miami for the 156th pick. Here is an introduction to the Steelers’ new defender.
BACKGROUND
Loudermilk played his high school ball at West Elk High School in Howard, Kansas. He played eight-man football in high school, finishing as his team’s MVP twice. Loudermilk was an all-state selection and three-time area all-star, leading his team to its first-ever playoff victory.