Dylan Cook leads the Steelers offensive line for season opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 7, 2026, 8:15 PM
Last updated Sep 7, 2026

Dylan Cook appears positioned to start at right tackle for the Pittsburgh Steelers in their regular-season opener against the Atlanta Falcons this Sunday. Head coach Mike McCarthy confirmed during a Monday press conference that Cook has taken the majority of the first-team repetitions throughout the summer. While McCarthy declined to officially name a Week 1 starter, his comments indicate a preference for Cook over rookie Max Iheanachor. Iheanachor, selected 21st overall in the 2026 NFL Draft, saw limited preseason action due to a camp injury. The Steelers will field a revamped offensive line featuring Cook and right guard Spencer Anderson. The team continues preparations for their debut against the Falcons.
- •Dylan Cook has taken the majority of first-team snaps at right tackle throughout training camp.
- •Rookie Max Iheanachor remains behind in the depth chart following a camp injury.
- •Spencer Anderson and Dylan Cook are expected to be new starters on the offensive line.
- •The Steelers open their 2026 regular season against the Atlanta Falcons.
- 8:15 PMYahoo Sports — Dylan Cook trending to start at right tackle for Steelers Week 1
"Mike McCarthy provided an update in the Steelers’ right tackle battle in Monday’s press conference.
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