Mason Rudolph discusses coaching changes with Pittsburgh Steelers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 10:25 PM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026

Mason Rudolph, quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers, addressed the coaching changes under new head coach Mike McCarthy. He expressed appreciation for McCarthy's commitment to quarterback development, which he felt was lacking under previous coaches. Rudolph noted that he did not have a quarterback coach during his first two seasons and emphasized McCarthy's meticulous approach in their 'QB School'. He reflected on his experiences and the differences in training compared to his earlier years with the team. Rudolph is expected to continue his role as the backup for Aaron Rodgers this season, with competition from rookie Drew Allar and second-year player Will Howard for roster spots.
- •Rudolph appreciates McCarthy's quarterback development focus.
- •Previous coaching staff lacked guidance for Rudolph.
- •QB School implemented by McCarthy for quarterback training.
- •Rudolph aims to impress in training camp this summer.
- •Competition includes rookie Drew Allar and Will Howard.
- 10:25 PMYahoo Sports — Mason Rudolph Doesn’t Hold Back About Former Steelers Coaches
"New Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike McCarthy has dedicated himself to developing the team’s quarterbacks, which is a welcome sight for Mason Rudolph, who opened up about the lack of tutelage under the previous coaching staff.“He brings a level of expertise that I just have not been around,” Rudolph told reporters, including Gerry Dulac of […] The post Mason Rudolph Doesn’t Hold Back About Former Steelers Coaches appeared first on HEAVY.
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