From First Grade to Navy: The Incredible Bond of Alex Tecza & Eli Heidenreich

Two of Navy Football's elite playmakers on offense — RB Alex Tecza and WR Eli Heidenreich — have known each other since the first grade and played football together since the eighth grade. The duo from the Pittsburgh proudly calls themselves ‘Yinzers’ and they bring the city’s blue-collar mentality to the Naval Academy and to the football field. When Heidenreich committed to Navy, Tecza wasn’t far behind. This video dives into their story, from childhood memories to the commitment and character that brought them to this moment. A powerful look at brotherhood, perseverance, and what it means to chase a dream side by side. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR CHANNEL:    / @cbssportscfb   WATCH CBS Sports HQ: https://www.cbssports.com/live/ Paramount Plus: https://www.paramountplus.com FOLLOW US ON: Facebook -   / cbssportscfb   Instagram -   / cbssportscfb   Twitter - https://x.com/CBSSportsCFB #navy #collegefootball