The Pittsburgh Steelers have re-signed center Ryan McCollum to a one-year deal, the team announced on March 20, 2026. McCollum, who served as the top backup center for the past two seasons, was non-tendered as a restricted free agent earlier. He returns after providing reliable depth, including starting two games in 2024.
The Pittsburgh Steelers announced the re-signing of center Ryan McCollum to a one-year contract via their official Twitter account on March 20, 2026. The post stated: “We have signed C Ryan McCollum to a one-year contract. @BordasLaw.” McCollum, 28, has been a mainstay on the active roster for the last two seasons, primarily as backup to Zach Frazier at center. He has the inside track to retain that role on the 53-man roster. In 2024, McCollum saw his most extensive action, starting two games when Frazier was injured. That season, he logged 10 offensive snaps, including 154 total career offensive snaps (265 overall), and 76 special teams snaps (189 career). He also served as an extra offensive lineman for five snaps, with four in a Week 15 win over the Miami Dolphins. Originally an undrafted free agent from Texas A&M signed by the Houston Texans, McCollum joined the Detroit Lions in 2021, appearing in 13 games with one start. The Steelers claimed him off waivers in August 2022. He signed reserve/futures contracts ahead of the 2023 and 2024 seasons, despite occasional practice squad stints. Contract details were not disclosed, but the deal likely costs less than the $3.52 million right-of-first-refusal tender the Steelers declined to offer. McCollum's return provides veteran depth, especially with Spencer Anderson projected to start at left guard.
