An undrafted center out of Texas A&M, Ryan McCollum has carved out a multi-year NFL career as a dependable backup and spot starter along the Steelers' offensive line.
Ryan McCollum is an offensive lineman who went undrafted out of Texas A&M but has stuck in the NFL for years through steady, low-profile work in the trenches. A Houston native, he has bounced between the practice squad and active roster before settling in as a trusted depth piece up front.
Path to the league
McCollum started at Texas A&M for parts of five seasons, earning the Offensive Unselfish Leadership Award in 2019 and serving as offensive team captain and SEC Offensive Lineman of the Week honoree in his final 2020 season. He went undrafted in 2021 and signed with the Houston Texans before being claimed by the Detroit Lions.
Career highlights
McCollum made his first career NFL start with Detroit in December 2021 before being claimed off waivers by the Pittsburgh Steelers in August 2022. He has since re-signed with Pittsburgh on multiple reserve/future and one-year deals, building a career as a reliable interior line depth piece.
2025 season recap
McCollum has appeared in 47 career games with four starts through the 2025 season, primarily working as depth and a spot starter along Pittsburgh's offensive line. He re-signed with the Steelers on a one-year deal in March 2026 to continue in that role.
Sources
- Wikipedia: Ryan McCollum
- Pro Football Reference: Ryan McCollum
Player Profile
Background
- Position
- Center
- Group
- offense
- College
- Texas A&M
- Hometown
- Spring, TX, USA
- Age
- 28
- Status
- active
