Steelers 2026 NFL Draft scouting report: CB Keionte Scott

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The Pittsburgh Steelers need to get younger on defense, and the 2026 NFL Draft presents the Steel City brand of football with the perfect opportunity to do so.

Miami Hurricanes cornerback Keionte Scott is a physical, blazing-fast defender who would make an excellent Day 2 pickup for Pittsburgh's defense.

Here's a look at Scott's scouting report, containing important information on his bio, strengths, concerns, stats, and highlights.

Keionte Scott, CB, Miami (FL)​

• Height: 5 feet 11 inches
• Weight: 193 pounds
• 40-yard dash: 4.33-4.38 seconds (Miami Pro Day)
• Projection: Late-second

Strengths​

• Dominant against the run
• Physical, willing tackler
• Blazing-fast play speed
• Versatility as an outside cornerback, nickel, and safety
• Solid hips, excellent footwork to mirror receivers throughout the play

Concerns​

• Age (soon-to-be 25) and frame concerns
• Inconsistent performances

Stats​

• 2022: 1 interception, 4 passes defended, 53 combined tackles, 4 tackles for loss, 1 sack
• 2023: 0 interceptions, 5 passes defended, 44 combined tackles, 2 tackles for loss, zero sacks
• 2024: 0 interceptions, 0 passes defended, 18 combined tackles, 0 tackles for loss, 0 sacks
• 2025: 2 interceptions (both for pick sixes), 5 passes defended, 64 combined tackles, 13 tackles for loss, 5 sacks

(Note: Scott has also returned 43 punts for 444 yards and one touchdown.)

Highlights​

Where does Miami CB Keionte Scott's 4.33 speed show up? Everywhere. Closing to the ball on a blitz or for a TFL, at the top of the route stem when he's recovering, and from sideline to sideline. Love his playing personality. This guy is feisty as hell. pic.twitter.com/1Cb5vyQIbB

— Doug Farrar ✍ (@NFL_DougFarrar) March 30, 2026

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