As we\u2019ve done in previous years, we\u2019re taking a look at Pittsburgh Steelers who are on Reserve\/Future contracts for the 2026 offseason, as well as what we can expect from them during training camp and (hopefully) into the regular season. Today, an outlook on OG Steven Jones.<\/p>\n
Steven Jones\/OG Oregon \u2013 6052, 342 pounds<\/p>\n
When offensive line coach Pat Meyer made his way to Eugene, Oregon, for the Ducks\u2019 2024 Pro Day, it was likely with center\/guard Jackson Powers-Johnson in mind. But he came away noting teammate Steven Jones. He\u2019s the one who ultimately made the trip to Pittsburgh.<\/p>\n
Jones had good tape and caught our eye during the pre-draft process. A mountain of a man at 6\u20195, 340 pounds, with nearly 35-inch arms, he showed good feet and the ability to pull. Our scouting report noted his limitations but ended with a positive conclusion.<\/p>\n
\u201cSteven Jones is a wide-bodied blocker with good strength and powerful hands, a bit more athletic than his testing suggests, and plays with an aggressive demeanor. He\u2019s better than his projection, barely discussed, and viewed as a draftable candidate,\u201d we wrote at the time,<\/a> comparing him to Nate Herbig.<\/p>\n Despite Meyer\u2019s trip, Jones\u2019 NFL career began in Jacksonville as an undrafted free agent with the Jaguars. After the 2024 season ended, Pittsburgh inked Jones to a Reserve\/Future contract. Carrying him throughout 2025\u2019s spring and summer, Jones was durable and available throughout training camp. He played guard and tackle, filling in gaps when injuries hit the offensive line and depleted depth. His performance was only satisfactory, but the moment didn\u2019t seem too big for him, either.<\/p>\n In preseason action, Jones showed off his physicality.<\/p>\n Steven Jones (No. 79) showing how to find work when uncovered. Couple of 2nd half slabs to help his RG out. <\/p>\n He’s a big guy with power and tackle\/guard versatility. Should stick to the PS. #Steelers<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/02Ca5o9G05<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Alex Kozora (@Alex_Kozora) August 23, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n While those reps came at tackle, our summer report noted his lack of foot speed was a real problem in defending the edges. Jones fits best at guard, where his size and strength can be the focus while minimizing his athletic limitations.<\/p>\n