The Pittsburgh Steelers could still address their offensive guard depth this offseason, especially after losing standout left guard Isaac Seumalo. Pittsburgh signed former Dallas Cowboys backup Brock Hoffman and remains very high on Spencer Anderson. However, the Steelers may not be opposed to selecting a high-caliber guard prospect in the upcoming draft, as the depth beyond Mason McCormick, Anderson, and Hoffman remains thin.
Pittsburgh Steelers hosted 1st-team All-ACC blocker for a visit
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets, Keylan Rutledge
Jan 29, 2026; Mobile, AL, USA; National offensive lineman Keylan Rutledge (77) of Georgia Tech takes a breather during National Senior Bowl practice at Hancock Whitney Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vasha Hunt-Imagn Images
According to Brian Batko of The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, the Steelers hosted former Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets standout guard Keylan Rutledge for a 30-visit on Friday, March 20. He has made the most out of the pre-draft process, turning heads at the Senior Bowl and the NFL Scouting Combine. Rutledge has since catapulted his draft stock, with Daniel Jeremiah ranking him as the 47th-best prospect in his most recent big board.
Although he primarily played right guard in college, he received reps at left guard and center during the Senior Bowl, making him an ideal second-round draft target for Pittsburgh.
Here’s a quick review of his past two seasons
NFL Senior Bowl, Keylan Rutledge
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
Keylan Rutledge transferred to Georgia Tech for the 2024 campaign after spending his first two years at Middle Tennessee. He had a solid first year at Georgia Tech, allowing six pressures, four hurries, one quarterback hit, and one sack across 13 starts at right guard. His efforts earned him a First-Team All-ACC selection.
Keylan Rutledge returned to the Yellow Jackets in 2025 for his final year of college eligibility. He put together another strong performance as a senior, allowing six pressures, four hurries, and two quarterback hits across 13 starts at right guard. Rutledge’s efforts earned him Third-Team All-American and First-Team All-ACC honors.
“Rutledge is a burly, experienced right guard with excellent contact pop and a rugged field demeanor that will appeal to offensive line coaches. He excels as a drive/combo blocker, where he displaces defenders, but he has the athleticism to operate in all run-blocking concepts.
“He understands technique but suffers from occasional rough patches due to inconsistent balance and body control. His pass protection range is average, and edge leakage could be a concern against NFL athletes. Rutledge has the toughness to earn a role as a good backup with starting potential.”
He predicts he will become an average starter.