Kyle Louis (born March 9, 2004) is an American professional football linebacker/safety for the Miami Dolphins of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Pittsburgh Panthers and was selected by the Dolphins in the fourth round of the 2026 NFL draft.
Early life Louis attended East Orange Campus High School in East Orange, New Jersey.Kinney, Mike. "Kyle Louis’ only touch of the game returns East Orange to first final in 12 years", NJ Advance Media for NJ.com, November 13, 2021. Accessed November 22, 2024. "While everyone on the East Orange sideline yelling 'Poison' loud and continuously, senior Kyle Louis was thinking it was time to eat." As a senior he had 118 tackles, two forced fumbles and one interception. He originally committed to play college football at Temple University before switching to the University of Pittsburgh.Pitt secures verbal commitment from New Jersey linebackerPitt flips commit from Temple, adds to 2022 recruiting class
College career In his first year at Pittsburgh in 2022, Louis played in four games and redshirted. As a redshirt freshman in 2023, he started two of nine games and had 19 tackles.Pitt Believes Kyle Louis Ready for Massive Leap Louis took over as a full-time starter his redshirt sophomore year in 2024.DiPaola, Jerry. Pitt linebacker Kyle Louis' study habits matter just as much as his athleticismThompson, Stephen. Pitt's outside LBs turning 'Sharks' persona into clutch playsThompson, Stephen. Driven and loyal, Pitt's Kyle Louis constructing an All-American season Against the Syracuse Orange, he had his first career interception which he returned 59 yards for a touchdown.
Professional career
Louis was selected by the Miami Dolphins in the fourth round with the 138th overall pick of the 2026 NFL draft. On September 16, Louis was placed on injured reserve after suffering an MCL sprain.
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Miami Dolphins bio Pittsburgh Panthers bio