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sports6 days ago

Steelers Move Fautanu, McCormick to Left Side to Lock Down Blind Side

During OTAs, the Steelers shifted Troy Fautanu and Mason McCormick to the left side to anchor the blind side for a right-handed quarterback, with coach Mike McCarthy praising their talent and chemistry and saying he wanted that left side set. With Broderick Jones dealing with a neck injury and uncertain tackle options behind them, the final starting five isn’t decided, but the Fautanu–McCormick pairing appears likely to stick for now.

via Steelers Depot|
#fautanu#mccormick#offensive-line
sports6 days ago

Anderson Poised for Right Guard Spotlight as Steelers Embrace Versatility

Spencer Anderson, the Steelers' versatile lineman who has played every spot except center, opened OTAs as the first-team right guard as Pittsburgh reshuffles its line to align players with their college positions; with the coaching staff emphasizing versatility, Anderson could land the right guard job and boost his value in a contract year, though competition remains.

via Steelers Depot|
#offensive-line#otas#pittsburgh-steelers
Steelers' Fautanu Pushes Back on Guard Move as OTAs Begin
sports7 days ago

Steelers' Fautanu Pushes Back on Guard Move as OTAs Begin

During the Steelers' OTAs, Troy Fautanu made clear he does not want to switch from tackle to guard, even as new coach staff and the health status of Broderick Jones spark discussion about the offensive line. Jones's neck injury could allow for a temporary reshuffle, but Fautanu’s stance suggests he prefers remaining at tackle next to Mason McCormick, complicating where the line might end up this season.

via Steeler Nation|
#offensive-line#otas#position-change
sports8 days ago

Steelers Start OTAs With New Left-Side O-Line Shake-Up

The Steelers opened 2026 OTAs with a reshuffled starting offensive line: LT Troy Fautanu, LG Mason McCormick, C Zach Frazier, RG Spencer Anderson, and RT Dylan Cook. Rookies Max Iheanachor and Gennings Dunker did not start in the opening group, with Dunker at LG and Iheanachor at RT among the second unit; Brock Hoffman was behind Anderson at RG. Fautanu and McCormick have moved back to their college positions on the left side to maintain chemistry, while Anderson earns the first look at RG and Cook handles tackle duties. Broderick Jones participated in warmups but did not work in team periods due to neck surgery, and Pittsburgh plans to mix and match the line over the coming weeks as the unit isn’t set in stone.

via Steelers Depot|
#nfl#offensive-line#otas
Steelers rookies leave McCarthy impressed, Allar shows potential
sports16 days ago

Steelers rookies leave McCarthy impressed, Allar shows potential

McCarthy called the Steelers’ rookie minicamp extremely productive, stressing a focus on installing the system and building mental/emotional readiness rather than flashy plays. He highlighted Drew Allar’s solid showing, including 35 team-snap reps, and said new linemen Max Iheanachor and Gennings Dunker looked the part as the team readies them to train with veterans next week, emphasizing pre-snap communication and formations as the key early work.

via Steelers.com|
#drew-allar#mike-mccarthy#offensive-line
sports17 days ago

Allar Impresses as Steelers Wrap Rookie Minicamp Ahead of OTAs

The Steelers wrapped two-day rookie minicamp with Drew Allar taking all quarterback reps and earning a positive first impression as Pittsburgh maintains a slow-development plan. The offensive line remains a focus, with Gennings Dunker at left guard and competition among Dunker, Spencer Anderson, and Brock Hoffman, while Max Iheanachor stayed at right tackle. OTAs begin May 18 after a Mother’s Day break.

via Steelers Depot|
#drew-allar#offensive-line#otas
Browns rookies flash early upside on Day 1 of minicamp
sports18 days ago

Browns rookies flash early upside on Day 1 of minicamp

Day 1 of Browns rookie minicamp offered a first look at the 2026 draft class and tryouts. The opening 11-on-11 reps were anchored by a first group of draft picks at the offensive line — Spencer Fano at left tackle, Parker Brailsford at center and Austin Barber at right tackle — with Taylen Green leading the quarterback reps and showing mobility after Zoom meetings. Bryson Barnes also saw time at QB as multiple tryouts cycled through skill positions. Head coach Todd Monken praised the effort and noted that some players looked more advanced than others, as the Browns invited about 25 tryout players to compete for roster spots during this phase of offseason work.

via Cleveland Browns|
#browns#offensive-line#rookie-minicamp
Caleb Lomu Debuts as a Flexible O-Line Asset for the Patriots
sports18 days ago

Caleb Lomu Debuts as a Flexible O-Line Asset for the Patriots

Patriots first‑round pick Caleb Lomu was introduced at Gillette Stadium, signaling his versatility by saying he can play anywhere on the offensive line—left or right tackle or interior—while aiming to earn early playing time as a rookie; he’s comfortable at left tackle from Utah and has been working at right tackle, with meetings already underway.

via Boston Sports Journal|
#caleb-lomu#new-england-patriots#nfl-draft
Lomu Might Push Campbell Toward Guard to Strengthen Patriots OL
sports19 days ago

Lomu Might Push Campbell Toward Guard to Strengthen Patriots OL

Patriots mailbag explores whether first‑round pick Caleb Lomu could force Will Campbell to switch positions. While Campbell is the intended left tackle, the best five could see Lomu at LT with Campbell sliding to left guard and Vera‑Tucker to right guard, with Lomu also viewed as a potential jumbo tight end. The piece also touches on surrounding roster questions and trade chatter, but centers on whether Lomu’s emergence could reshape the Patriots’ offensive line.

via Boston Herald|
#caleb-lomu#nfl-draft#offensive-line
Raiders Aim for Mendoza Era With Klint Kubiak and an Upgraded OL
sports21 days ago

Raiders Aim for Mendoza Era With Klint Kubiak and an Upgraded OL

After a brutal season, the Las Vegas Raiders reboot under new offensive-minded head coach Klint Kubiak, drafting Fernando Mendoza first overall and adding Kirk Cousins as a veteran bridge while upgrading the offensive line led by Tyler Linderbaum and Kolton Miller. Mendoza isn’t being rushed but could start Day 1 if ready, with Cousins ready to guide him; the backfield features Ashton Jeanty, the receiving corps includes Jalen Nailor and Tre Tucker, and tight ends Brock Bowers and Michael Mayer are poised to boost the passing game. The goal is to maximize Mendoza’s development and transform a unit that struggled with scoring and pass protection.

via New York Post|
#fernando-mendoza#klint-kubiak#offensive-line
Lions’ 2026 Draft Signals a Dawg-Driven Identity Reset
sports24 days ago

Lions’ 2026 Draft Signals a Dawg-Driven Identity Reset

Detroit’s 2026 NFL Draft drew mixed reviews: not flashy, but praised by some (notably Brett Whitefield) as a “dawg” rebuild with a focus on the trenches and value picks like Derrick Moore, signaling a reset of the Lions’ identity under Brad Holmes. The class is seen as practical and physically oriented, with emphasis on reinvesting in the offensive line, even as others called the approach a bit boring. The analysis is also explored in a YouTube breakdown accompanying the piece.

via Pride Of Detroit|
#brad-holmes#derrick-moore#detroit-lions
Draft Day Shifts: What Each NFL Team Hinted at for 2026 and Beyond
sports25 days ago

Draft Day Shifts: What Each NFL Team Hinted at for 2026 and Beyond

The 2026 NFL Draft showcased a broad focus on upgrading the line of scrimmage and the secondary, with teams surrounding young quarterbacks with size and playmakers while boosting defensive depth. Most franchises prioritized offensive/defensive line talent, cornerbacks, and pass rush to build longer-term balance, and several squads emphasized competition along the roster to support their signal-callers. Notable themes included the Cardinals planning around a future quarterback, Ravens adding up-front talent, Falcons strengthening the secondary, and the Eagles refreshing their receiver corps with Makai Lemon amid a shifting roster.

via Sports Illustrated|
#defense#nfl#nfl-draft
sports26 days ago

Steelers’ 3-Point Post-Draft Fix: QB Room, OL Depth, and Inside Linebacker

Post-draft, the Steelers must settle the quarterback room (Rodgers’ status remains uncertain, with Drew Allar drafted and Mason Rudolph/Will Howard in consideration), shore up the offensive line (Jones’ health creates potential reshuffling with Max Iheanachor and Troy Fautanu), and add inside linebacker depth (no inside linebackers drafted; veterans like Queen, Wilson, Holcomb, Harrison, and UDFA Daylan Carnell are in the mix under new DC Patrick Graham and head coach Mike McCarthy).

via Steelers Depot|
#inside-linebacker#nfl-draft#offensive-line