Pittsburgh Steelers evaluate three quarterbacks in preseason matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 10:11 PM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026
The Pittsburgh Steelers will evaluate their quarterback options against the New York Jets on Friday night. Will Howard, a second-year player from Ohio State, will start for the team, while rookie Drew Allar from Penn State will also take the field. Aaron Rodgers and Mason Rudolph will not see action in this preseason game. Head coach Mike McCarthy emphasized the opportunity for Howard and Allar to showcase their abilities as decisions loom regarding the team's quarterback depth for the regular season.
- •Will Howard starts for the Steelers against the Jets.
- •Drew Allar will also play after earning opportunities in preseason.
- •Aaron Rodgers and Mason Rudolph are sidelined for this game.
- •Coach McCarthy aims to evaluate younger quarterback talent.
- •The Steelers must navigate a crowded quarterback competition.
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"On Friday night against the New York Jets, second-year quarterback out of Ohio State Will Howard will get the nod
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