Defensive Line
Steelers select Notre Dame DT Gabriel Rubio in sixth round
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The Pittsburgh Steelers chose Notre Dame defensive tackle Gabriel Rubio with the 210th overall pick in the sixth round of the 2026 NFL Draft. The pick, acquired in a trade with the Kansas City Chiefs, adds size to a crowded defensive line room. Coaches praised Rubio's fit for the team's 3-4 defense.
New Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike McCarthy said the team's defensive line has more depth than any he has coached in his career. He made the comments during a press conference on Thursday.
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Jeffrey M'ba, a 27-year-old defensive lineman from Gabon, has joined the Washington Commanders as an undrafted free agent. The former SMU player brings a unique background and physical tools to the team after a winding path to professional football.
The Dallas Cowboys traded for All-Pro defensive tackle Quinnen Williams from the New York Jets on Tuesday, using assets from the earlier Micah Parsons deal to address defensive needs. This move pairs Williams with Pro Bowl DT Kenny Clark, acquired in the Parsons trade to the Green Bay Packers. Head coach Brian Schottenheimer praised Williams' disruptive impact on the interior line.