LEVI WALLACE, CORNERBACK
Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Levi Wallace represents the pillars of the NFL's Salute to Service campaign - to honor, empower and connect with service members, veterans and their families. That is because those pillars exist in his own life, as the proud son of military members. Both of Levi's parents, Wendy and the late Walter Wallace, served in the United States Air Force. His mother served for four years, while his father served for 21 years reaching the rank of Master Sergeant. As an athlete, Levi wasn't heavily recruited out of high school, but was able to attend the University of Alabama because of his parents military service. Modeling his parents dedication, Levi dedicated himself to his craft both on their field and in the classroom, eventually earning himself a scholarship. It's the sacrifices his parents made, as well as all of those who serve, that inspire him to give back. One of the projects he got involved with when he joined the Steelers as an unrestricted free agent in 2022, is the hero banner program for military veterans. Each year the Steelers present local veterans with banners honoring their service, which then hang on Art Rooney Avenue outside of Acrisure Stadium during the month of November. For the second year in a row, Levi looks forward to participating in the event and welcoming the veterans to the team's Salute to Service game.