Local walk-on-turned-rotation linebacker Abe Ibrahim keeps grinding for Pitt
In the 2025 season, Abe Ibrahim played in all 13 games for Pittsburgh, finished with 16 tackles, 1.5 tackles for loss, and a pass breakup, and even earned his first career start at NC State. At 6-foot-1 and 225 pounds, the Carnegie, Pa. native brings value as a sturdy, reliable linebacker who contributes on special teams and keeps trending upward. The big appeal: he’s a hometown underdog who has clearly earned trust in the program, making him a smart fit for a team that wants effort, depth, and a player who won’t blink when the lights get bright.
