Texans sign offensive lineman Keylan Rutledge to rookie contract
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 8:08 PM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
The Texans have signed first-round offensive lineman Keylan Rutledge to a four-year rookie contract, as reported by Aaron Wilson of KPRC. Rutledge, selected with the 26th overall pick from Georgia Tech, was the last unsigned player from the Texans' 2026 draft class. He has been practicing as a center with the first team this offseason, showcasing versatility by being able to play both center and guard. The Texans previously signed several other draft picks, including second-round defensive tackle Kayden McDonald and tight end Marlin Klein.
- •Rutledge was a first-team All-ACC selection and third-team All-American.
- •He participated in offseason practices as the starting center.
- •Febechi Nwaiwu remains the last unsigned draft pick for the Texans.
- 8:08 PMYahoo Sports — Texans sign first-round OL Keylan Rutledge
"The Texans have agreed to terms with first-round offensive lineman Keylan Rutledge on his four-year rookie contract, Aaron Wilson of KPRC reports.
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