Pittsburgh Steelers may face fourth-string quarterback in Atlanta Falcons season opener

The Pittsburgh Steelers are preparing for their season opener against the Atlanta Falcons with uncertainty surrounding the opposing quarterback position. One week before the game, the Atlanta organization has not named a starting quarterback. Reports indicate Tua Tagovailoa did not secure the job and Rush remains in a backup role. The Atlanta team may have to turn to Jack Strand, an undrafted rookie and Division-II All-American from Minnesota Moorhead, if Penix is unavailable due to physical concerns. Strand has limited time to prepare with the first-team offense before the matchup. This potential scenario follows a preseason period where performance at the position led to internal concerns regarding the starter. The Pittsburgh team has never lost to the Atlanta club at home in their history.

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