With the Pittsburgh Steelers in a new era with Mike McCarthy leading the way as head coach, the roster should see some changes made for the 2026-27 season. One of those big changes could be coming on the offensive line, as the club is considering moving Troy Fautanu from left tackle to left guard.
On Monday, Fautanu, who is 25 years old, shared his honest opinion about switching from the outside to the inside of the offensive line. Fautanu admitted he doesn't want to play guard, according to Mike DeFabo of The Athletic. However, he does claim that if the Steelers want him to play guard, he is willing to do so.
“I mean, I don't want to play guard, but if I have to, I can,” stated Fautanu. “I think I can hang with those guys on the edge.”
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The two-year pro served as the starting left tackle for Pittsburgh last season, playing all 17 games of the campaign in that position. But the Steelers are seemingly considering moving him to guard, with Broderick Jones expected to return from his neck injury at some point next season.
With first-round pick Max Iheanachor set to play right tackle, head coach Mike McCarthy may want to switch things up with his offensive line. But it may depend on Jones' status by training camp, as there is a chance he won't be ready to return by then.
Although the Steelers have struggled up front over the past several years, the offensive line only allowed 31 sacks last season with Aaron Rodgers under center. The changes McCarthy is considering very well could improve the pass protection for the upcoming campaign.
With the Pittsburgh Steelers in a new era with Mike McCarthy leading the way as head coach, the roster should see some changes made for the 2026-27 season. One of those big changes could be coming on the offensive line, as the club is considering moving Troy Fautanu from left tackle to left guard.