The Pittsburgh Steelers are hosting three players for pre-NFL Draft visits, including Will Kacmarek, a former national champion from Ohio State. The NFL Draft is set to begin in just over a week.
The start of the 2026 NFL Draft in Pittsburgh is just over one week away.
The Steelers are staying busy in preparation mode and on Tuesday are hosting a trio of players ahead of the event.
"The Steelers are hosting Penn State guard Olaivavega Ioane, a potential first-round pick, for a pre-draft visit today," Steelers beat writer Mike DeFabo of The Athletic posted on Bluesky. "The Steelers are also hosting: Beau Stephens, G, Iowa Will Kacmarek, TE, Ohio State."
Guard Olaivavega Ioane played four seasons with Penn State, appearing in 44 games.
The Nittany Lion is widely viewed as one of the best offensive linemen in the draft and has been linked to Pittsburgh.
Guard Beau Stephens spent five seasons with Iowa, suiting up in 41 contests.
Tight end Will Kacmarek played three years with Ohio University from 2021 to 2023 before transferring to Ohio State ahead of the 2024 campaign.
Kacmarek helped the Buckeyes win a national championship that season and finished his five-year college career with 65 receptions for 761 receiving yards and four touchdowns across 55 contests.
Who are the three players visiting the Steelers before the NFL Draft?
The Steelers are hosting three players, including Will Kacmarek, a tight end from Ohio State.
When does the 2026 NFL Draft start in Pittsburgh?
The 2026 NFL Draft in Pittsburgh is scheduled to start in just over one week.
What is Will Kacmarek's background in college football?
Will Kacmarek is a tight end who played for the Ohio State Buckeyes and is a former national champion.
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