Penn State RB linked to NFL pick
Draft coverage projects Penn State RB Kaytron Allen as a fifth‑round pick to the Pittsburgh Steelers, a move that would add depth to their backfield ahead of the April draft (sportingnews.com). The 2026 NFL Draft remains set for April 23–25 in Pittsburgh, keeping local scouting heat on Big Ten prospects through spring workouts (nbclosangeles.com).
ESPN analyst Matt Miller’s latest seven‑round mock has Pittsburgh taking Allen at No. 161 overall — the middle of the fifth round — specifically citing that spot for the Penn State back. (sportingnews.com)) Allen finished the 2025 season with 210 carries for 1,303 rushing yards and 15 rushing touchdowns, per his game log. (espn.com)) He closed his Penn State career as the program’s all‑time rushing leader with 3,954 career yards after a 160‑yard, two‑touchdown performance vs. Nebraska on Nov. 22, 2025. (gopsusports.com)) Scouts at the Senior Bowl praised Allen’s vision, contact balance and downhill power while noting limited top‑end burst — traits evaluators say fit a later‑round, situational NFL role. (profootballnetwork.com)) Pittsburgh’s backfield currently lists Jaylen Warren, Rico Dowdle and rookie Kaleb Johnson among its lead options, plus rotational pieces such as Travis Homer and others, creating a crowded depth chart Allen would enter. (steelcurtainnetwork.com)) Penn State reported Allen did not run at his pro day; official combine listings measured him at about 5‑foot‑11 and 218 pounds, figures teams will weigh against his Senior Bowl tape during April’s draft build‑up. (nittanysportsnow.com))
