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Pittsburgh Steelers Interview Louis Riddick For General Manager Opening

By: Michael Guise/KDKA-TV

PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- The Steelers have interviewed a well-known name for their general manager opening.

Louis Riddick
PHILADELPHIA, PA - JANUARY 08: ESPN Monday Night Football announcer Louis Riddick looks on prior to the game between the Dallas Cowboys and Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field on January 8, 2022 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)

The team announced Wednesday that Louis Riddick interviewed for the job this week. Riddick has been a staple of ESPN's NFL coverage, including spending time in the Monday Night Football booth.

Riddick played college football at the University of Pittsburgh before spending time with multiple professional teams over a 10-year playing career. He then transitioned into being a front office member in Washington before spending time in Philadelphia.

Riddick is one of the numerous candidates the Steelers have interviewed for the opening. General manager Kevin Colbert is stepping down after the 2022 NFL draft.

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