Mike McCarthy praises Drew Allar's progress in Steelers training camp
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 2:48 PM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike McCarthy expressed strong approval of rookie quarterback Drew Allar during a media session at training camp. McCarthy noted Allar's impressive throws and daily improvements since rookie minicamp, calling attention to standout plays from the first week of practice, including a touchdown pass. Allar is currently listed as QB4 on the team's depth chart and will make his debut in the preseason opener against the Green Bay Packers next Thursday.
- •Mike McCarthy praised Allar's impressive training camp performance.
- •Allar recorded notable touchdown throws during practice sessions.
- •Allar is listed as QB4 behind Mason Rudolph and Will Howard.
- •He is set to debut in the preseason against the Packers next Thursday.
- 3:32 PMYahoo Sports — Mike McCarthy Sings Drew Allar's Praises in Training Camp Update
- 2:48 PMYahoo Sports — Steelers head coach Mike McCarthy highly complimentary of QB Drew Allar
"Steelers coach Mike McCarthy likes what he's seeing from rookie QB Drew Allar in training camp.
"The Steelers’ head coach is loving what he sees from his rookie quarterback.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 6, 2026, 3:32 PMMike McCarthy Sings Drew Allar's Praises in Training Camp Update
Steelers coach Mike McCarthy likes what he's seeing from rookie QB Drew Allar in training camp.
- Yahoo SportsAug 6, 2026, 2:48 PMSteelers head coach Mike McCarthy highly complimentary of QB Drew Allar
The Steelers’ head coach is loving what he sees from his rookie quarterback.
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