Troy Fautanu position change is coming for Steelers

TL;DR

Troy Fautanu is expected to change positions for the Pittsburgh Steelers, likely moving to left tackle as Max Iheanachor takes over right tackle. This shift comes after the Steelers drafted Iheanachor in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft.

Key points

Troy Fautanu expected to move to left tackle
Max Iheanachor drafted to play right tackle
Broderick Jones injured, affecting offensive line structure

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CLEVELAND, OHIO - DECEMBER 28: Troy Fautanu #76 of the Pittsburgh Steelers walks onto the field at halftime against the Cleveland Browns at Huntington Bank Field on December 28, 2025 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Nick Cammett/Diamond Images via Getty Images) | Diamond Images/Getty Images There were many questions raised when the Pittsburgh Steelers drafted Max Iheanachor in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft. The largest being where would he play on the offensive line? Head coach Mike McCarthy said in the press conference after selecting the Arizona State product that he is for sure staying at tackle. However, McCarthy left things open for moving Troy Fautanu, potentially to guard. With the latest quotes from Iheanachor, it’s almost a guarantee that Fautanu will be playing a new position in 2026. Per Nick Farabaugh, Iheanachor said that he was told he’ll be playing on the right side, which is the side Fautanu has played on in each of his first two seasons. With that information in mind, we can piece together what the Steelers’ offensive line will look like. It’s doubtful Fautanu would be put at guard, as the Steelers don’t have an answer at left tackle with Broderick Jones hurt and not having his fifth-year option picked up. Additionally, it was made very clear that Gennings Dunker was drafted to play guard. So, the offensive line will likely look like this:

Q&A

What position will Troy Fautanu play for the Steelers in 2026?

Troy Fautanu is expected to play left tackle for the Steelers in 2026.

Who is Max Iheanachor and what role will he have on the Steelers' offensive line?

Max Iheanachor is a first-round draft pick who will play right tackle for the Steelers in 2026.

Why is Troy Fautanu's position change significant for the Steelers?

Fautanu's move to left tackle is crucial as the Steelers need to fill the gap left by Broderick Jones, who is injured and did not have his fifth-year option picked up.