Drew Allar shines in Steelers preseason win over Packers
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 8:01 PM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026
Drew Allar made a strong debut for the Pittsburgh Steelers on August 14, 2026, in a preseason matchup against the Green Bay Packers. The Steelers secured a decisive 28-9 victory, showcasing Allar's talents as he completed 10 of 13 passes for 154 yards and recorded three total touchdowns. Fans reacted positively to Allar's performance, speculating about his potential role as the starting quarterback in the future, especially with Aaron Rodgers' retirement anticipated. Pittsburgh has two additional preseason games against the New York Jets and the Buffalo Bills before their season opener against the Atlanta Falcons.
- •Drew Allar completed 10 of 13 passes for 154 yards.
- •Allar recorded three total touchdowns in the preseason debut.
- •Steelers defeated the Packers 28-9.
- •Two preseason games remain before the season opener.
- •Fans are excited about Allar's future potential.
- 5:24 PMYahoo Sports — How Drew Allar is quietly positioning himself as Steelers' 2027 QB1
- 8:01 PMYahoo Sports — How quarterback Aaron Rodgers is already transforming Steelers rookie Drew Allar
- 10:30 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Retire Aaron Rodgers’ – Fans react to Drew Allar’s debut in Steelers preseason win over Packers
"Drew Allar had a preseason debut to remember for the Pittsburgh Steelers on Thursday evening against the Green Bay Packers. It was an impressive showing from the Steelers as they secured a comfortable 28-9 victory against Aaron Rodgers’ former team.
"Rookie quarterback Drew Allar is earning high praise inside the Pittsburgh Steelers organization as a potential successor to Aaron Rodgers.
"In his preseason debut, Drew Allar displayed off-platform throw mechanics that mirror future Hall-of-Famer Aaron Rodgers.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsAug 17, 2026, 5:24 PMHow Drew Allar is quietly positioning himself as Steelers' 2027 QB1
Rookie quarterback Drew Allar is earning high praise inside the Pittsburgh Steelers organization as a potential successor to Aaron Rodgers.
- Yahoo SportsAug 14, 2026, 8:01 PMHow quarterback Aaron Rodgers is already transforming Steelers rookie Drew Allar
In his preseason debut, Drew Allar displayed off-platform throw mechanics that mirror future Hall-of-Famer Aaron Rodgers.
- Yahoo SportsAug 14, 2026, 10:30 AM‘Retire Aaron Rodgers’ – Fans react to Drew Allar’s debut in Steelers preseason win over Packers
Drew Allar had a preseason debut to remember for the Pittsburgh Steelers on Thursday evening against the Green Bay Packers. It was an impressive showing from the Steelers as they secured a comfortable 28-9 victory against Aaron Rodgers’ former team.
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