He’s best known by Steeler Nation for what he does during football season at Heinz Field, but before he was an offensive tackle in the Steel City, Alejandro Villanueva was an Army Ranger.
The veteran talks about his journey into the military in a video called “Something Bigger,” that the Players’ Tribune released on Memorial Day.
“I wanted to be part of something bigger than myself. It truly was the best decision that I ever made in my life.”@steelers offensive tackle and U.S. Army veteran Alejandro Villanueva shares his story in a salute to all those who serve. #MemorialDay pic.twitter.com/R0PtYVxPUu
— The Players' Tribune (@PlayersTribune) May 25, 2020
The 31-year-old served three tours of duty in Afghanistan after playing football at Army West Point.
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