Drew Allar reflects on struggles in Steelers' loss to Jets

In a preseason matchup on August 21, 2026, the Pittsburgh Steelers lost 17-0 to the New York Jets. Rookie quarterback Drew Allar, who played the entire second half, finished with 11 completions on 23 attempts for 110 yards. Allar acknowledged his need to improve early in drives, admitting he missed opportunities. Of his 12 incompletions, seven were attributed to receiver drops, which could have significantly improved his stats. Despite the loss, Allar's potential and growth as a quarterback remain promising as the team looks forward to the regular season.

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