2026 NFL Draft: 3 guards Steelers could target on Day 2

Q: Who are the top guard prospects for the Steelers in the 2026 NFL Draft?

Chase Bisontis from Texas A&M is one of the top guard prospects identified for the Steelers in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Q: What position does the Pittsburgh Steelers need to fill in the 2026 NFL Draft?

The Pittsburgh Steelers need to fill the left guard position in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Q: What has Mike McCarthy said about the left guard position for the Steelers?

Mike McCarthy has hinted that the starting left guard job could be up for grabs among the guards currently on the roster.

Q: When is the 2026 NFL Draft scheduled to take place?

The exact date of the 2026 NFL Draft has not been specified, but it is approaching soon.

The 2026 NFL Draft is just around the corner, and the Pittsburgh Steelers have a glaring need at left guard to fill.

While new head coach Mike McCarthy has hinted that the starting job could be up for grabs among guards currently on the roster, these Day 2 prospects would be excellent additions for Pittsburgh.

Chase Bisontis, Texas A&M

Dec 20, 2025; College Station, TX, USA; Texas A&M Aggies offensive lineman Chase Bisontis (71) blocks the rush during the game between the Aggies and the Hurricanes at Kyle Field. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

An excellent run blocker with high upside in pass protection, Bisontis would be an instant impact player for Pittsburgh's offense and could easily become the Day 1 starter.

Keylan Rutledge, Georgia Tech

Jan 29, 2026; Mobile, AL, USA; National offensive lineman Keylan Rutledge (77) of Georgia Tech blocks during National Senior Bowl practice at Hancock Whitney Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vasha Hunt-Imagn Images

Boasting outstanding power and a knack for burying defenders in the run game, Rutledge would be an excellent pickup in Round 3, offering Pittsburgh a developmental prospect with starting upside.

Oct 12, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers center Zach Frazier (54) blocks at the line of scrimmage against the Cleveland Browns during the second quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Jan 12, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr. (24) reacts after a play during the second half of an AFC Wild Card Round game against the Houston Texans at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Aug 13, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver George Pickens (14) catches a pass for a touchdown against the Seattle Seahawks during the first quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Philip G. Pavely-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 28, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Pat Freiermuth (88) catches the ball in the second quarter against the Cleveland Browns at Huntington Bank Field. Mandatory Credit: Scott Galvin-Imagn Images

Oct 23, 2022; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Chase Claypool (11) runs with the football during the second quarter against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 16, 2022; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver James Washington (13) returns to the sidelines after scoring against the Kansas City Chiefs in an AFC Wild Card playoff football game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports

Aug 30, 2018; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster (19) smiles on the field after their game with the Carolina Panthers at Heinz Field. Mandatory Credit: Philip G. Pavely-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 23, 2018; New Orleans, LA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers free safety Sean Davis (21) returns an interception with New Orleans Saints wide receiver Ted Ginn (19) pursuing in the first quarter at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Chuck Cook-USA TODAY Sports

May 26, 2015; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Senquez Golson (27) participates in OTA drills at the UPMC Sports Performance Complex. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports

September 22, 2019; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers defensive end Stephon Tuitt (91) during the first quarter against the San Francisco 49ers at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 17, 2017; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers running back Le'Veon Bell (26) celebrates a third quarter touchdown against the New England Patriots at Heinz Field. Mandatory Credit: Philip G. Pavely-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 17, 2016; Denver, CO, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers tackle Marcus Gilbert (77) prior to the game against the Denver Broncos in an AFC Divisional round playoff game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 14, 2014; Atlanta, GA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers tackle Mike Adams (76) blocks Atlanta Falcons defensive end Cliff Matthews (98) in the third quarter of their game at the Georgia Dome. The Steelers won 27-20. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports

Dec 21, 2014; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers outside linebacker Jason Worilds (93) reacts after recording a sack against the Kansas City Chiefs during the fourth quarter at Heinz Field. The Steelers won 20-12. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports

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Jalen Farmer, Kentucky

Sep 28, 2024; Oxford, Mississippi, USA; Kentucky Wildcats offensive lineman Jalen Farmer (52) waits for the snap during the first half against the Mississippi Rebels at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

Another guard prospect that excels in run blocking, Farmer made a big leap from 2024 to 2025 and could give the Steelers excellent value for a late-third-round draft pick.

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