Drew Allar shows promise in debut for Pittsburgh Steelers at Acrisure Stadium
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 2:30 AM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026
Drew Allar made his preseason debut for the Pittsburgh Steelers during their matchup against the Green Bay Packers on August 14, 2026. Entering late in the third quarter, Allar contributed to the team's efforts following a strong performance by Will Howard earlier in the game. While the crowd support was less enthusiastic compared to Howard's earlier showcasing, Allar's presence on the field illustrated the Steelers' continued evaluation of their quarterback options. The game itself is still ongoing.
- •Drew Allar took the field late in the third quarter.
- •The game against Green Bay is ongoing.
- •Will Howard had an earlier strong showing.
- •The crowd cheered for Allar as he entered the game.
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"Drew Allar trotted out, high-fiving guard Ryan McCollum and then covered the ear holes of his helmet to take the play call. The Acrisure Stadium crowd’s cheers might not have been as loud as they were for fellow Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Will Howard earlier in the night, but they were there.
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