Mike McCarthy evaluates Drew Allar in Steelers preseason opener
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 5:48 AM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026
Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike McCarthy is assessing rookie quarterback Drew Allar during the team's preseason opener. McCarthy's evaluation focuses on fundamental mechanics, including dropback steps and pre-snap execution. Both Allar and fellow quarterback Will Howard will undergo tests to demonstrate their command over the basics. This preseason match serves as an essential proving ground for the young quarterbacks as they transition to the NFL stage.
- •McCarthy focuses on fundamental mechanics for quarterback evaluation.
- •Allar and Howard will showcase skills in preseason opener.
- •Operational execution is key under McCarthy's QB school framework.
- •This preseason is their first test in a live setting.
- 5:48 AMYahoo Sports — Steelers’ Mike McCarthy Reacts to Drew Allar’s Impressive Preseason Debut
- 3:04 PMYahoo Sports — How Mike McCarthy’s QB school will judge Drew Allar in preseason opener
"Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike McCarthy shared how he thought Drew Allar played in the team's victory against the Green Bay Packers. The post Steelers’ Mike McCarthy Reacts to Drew Allar’s Impressive Preseason Debut appeared first on HEAVY.
"Steelers head coach Mike McCarthy will evaluate rookie QB Drew Allar on fundamental mechanics, dropback steps, and pre-snap operational execution.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 14, 2026, 5:48 AMSteelers’ Mike McCarthy Reacts to Drew Allar’s Impressive Preseason Debut
Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike McCarthy shared how he thought Drew Allar played in the team's victory against the Green Bay Packers. The post Steelers’ Mike McCarthy Reacts to Drew Allar’s Impressive Preseason Debut appeared first on HEAVY.
- Yahoo SportsAug 13, 2026, 3:04 PMHow Mike McCarthy’s QB school will judge Drew Allar in preseason opener
Steelers head coach Mike McCarthy will evaluate rookie QB Drew Allar on fundamental mechanics, dropback steps, and pre-snap operational execution.
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