Day one of the 2026 NFL Draft delivered a trade and an offensive lineman for the Houston Texans. Follow along in the app for real-time draft pick updates.
DAY 1
Described as a mauler who is going to fight for every rep by Texans Radio Analyst John Harris, Georgia Tech G Keylan Rutledge heard his name called after Houston moved up to No. 26.
New Houston Texans G Keylan Rutledge had a stellar career at Georgia Tech. Check out some of his best photos from his college career. All photos courtesy of Georgia Tech/GT Athletics.





| ROUND (OVERALL SELECTION) |
|---|
| 1 (26TH FROM BILLS) - Keylan Rutledge | G from Georgia Tech |
| 2 (38TH FROM COMMANDERS) |
| 2 (59TH) |
| 3 (91ST FROM BILLS) |
| 4 (106TH FROM COMMANDERS) |
| 5 (141ST FROM BROWNS AND RAIDERS) |
| 7 (243RD FROM NINERS) |








