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Two Pitt Players Invited to 2026 NFL Combine
Linebacker Kyle Louis and running back Desmond Reid will represent the Panthers at the annual pre-draft event.
Published on Feb. 11, 2026
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The NFL has released its list of prospects invited to the 2026 NFL Combine, and Pitt football will be represented by linebacker Kyle Louis and running back Desmond Reid. Louis and Reid both declared for the draft after strong college careers, with Louis earning First-Team All-American honors in 2024 and Reid being named a Second-Team All-American that same year as an all-purpose weapon.
Why it matters
Pitt's ability to consistently send multiple players to the NFL Combine is a testament to the program's talent development and the high-caliber players it produces. This exposure at the combine is crucial for these prospects to showcase their skills to NFL teams and improve their draft stock ahead of the upcoming NFL Draft.
The details
Kyle Louis, a 6-1, 220-pound linebacker, had a standout senior season in 2024, recording 101 tackles, 15.5 tackles for loss, seven sacks, four interceptions, three pass breakups, and a forced fumble. He was named First-Team All-ACC and First-Team All-American that year. In 2025, despite missing time due to injury, Louis still managed 81 tackles, 8.5 tackles for loss, three sacks, two interceptions, five pass breakups, two fumble recoveries, and a forced fumble, earning Second-Team All-ACC honors. Desmond Reid, a 5-8, 175-pound running back, transferred to Pitt in 2024 after two seasons at Western Carolina. He had a breakout year, earning Second-Team All-American and First-Team All-ACC honors as an all-purpose weapon. Reid compiled 962 rushing yards and five touchdowns, 579 receiving yards and four scores, and 159 punt return yards with a touchdown. In 2025, Reid dealt with injuries but still managed 278 rushing yards and two touchdowns, 317 receiving yards and two scores, and 105 punt return yards with an 88-yard touchdown.
- The NFL released its list of prospects invited to the 2026 combine on Wednesday.
- The 2026 NFL Combine will take place in Indianapolis from February 23 through March 2.
The players
Kyle Louis
A 6-1, 220-pound linebacker who had a standout senior season at Pitt in 2024, earning First-Team All-American and First-Team All-ACC honors.
Desmond Reid
A 5-8, 175-pound running back who transferred to Pitt in 2024 after two seasons at Western Carolina, earning Second-Team All-American and First-Team All-ACC honors as an all-purpose weapon.
What they’re saying
“Here is every one-on-one coverage rep by Pittsburgh LB Kyle Louis: ”
— Marcus Mosher (Twitter)
What’s next
The 2026 NFL Combine will take place in Indianapolis from February 23 through March 2, where Kyle Louis and Desmond Reid will have the opportunity to showcase their skills in front of NFL scouts and executives.
The takeaway
Pitt's ability to consistently produce NFL-caliber talent is a testament to the program's commitment to player development. The invitations for Kyle Louis and Desmond Reid to the 2026 NFL Combine further solidify Pitt's reputation as a pipeline for professional football.
