Mike McCarthy critiques Will Howard's performance after Steelers-Packers preseason game
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 8:02 PM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026
Following the Pittsburgh Steelers' 28-9 win over the Green Bay Packers, head coach Mike McCarthy expressed concerns about quarterback Will Howard's play. Despite Howard going 7 of 9 for 86 yards, he labeled his performance as having "peaks and valleys," indicating issues that need to be addressed. McCarthy also highlighted Drew Allar's impressive showing, where he completed 10 of 13 passes for 153 yards and two touchdowns. Both Howard and Allar are competing for the QB3 spot, and the Steelers face the New York Jets on August 21 in their next preseason matchup.
- •Pittsburgh Steelers defeat Green Bay Packers 28-9 in preseason opener
- •Mike McCarthy notes Will Howard's inconsistencies after the game
- •Drew Allar stood out with 153 passing yards and two touchdowns
- •Steelers' next preseason game is against the New York Jets on August 21
- •Howard needs to improve to make the 53-man roster
- 8:02 PMYahoo Sports — Mike McCarthy shares ‘poised’ praise for Steelers’ young QBs after preseason opener
- 4:25 AMYahoo Sports — Steelers HC Mike McCarthy Gives Troubling Remark on Will Howard
"As Drew Allar dazzles in the preseason opener, Steelers head coach Mike McCarthy’s critique of Will Howard’s "peaks and valleys" signals a tightening race for the final roster spots.
"Mike McCarthy anticipates solid promise from Drew Allar and Will Howard after their preseason debuts in the Steelers' win over the Packers.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 14, 2026, 8:02 PMMike McCarthy shares ‘poised’ praise for Steelers’ young QBs after preseason opener
Mike McCarthy anticipates solid promise from Drew Allar and Will Howard after their preseason debuts in the Steelers' win over the Packers.
- Yahoo SportsAug 14, 2026, 4:25 AMSteelers HC Mike McCarthy Gives Troubling Remark on Will Howard
As Drew Allar dazzles in the preseason opener, Steelers head coach Mike McCarthy’s critique of Will Howard’s "peaks and valleys" signals a tightening race for the final roster spots.
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