Pittsburgh Steelers prepare for Falcons quarterback uncertainty ahead of Week 1
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Last updated Sep 11, 2026
The Pittsburgh Steelers head into their Week 1 game against the Atlanta Falcons with potential for a late-week change at the opposing quarterback position. Atlanta named Tua Tagovailoa as the starter, but his availability is currently in question after he suffered an oblique injury during a recent practice. Backup Cooper Rush took first-team repetitions following the injury to Tagovailoa, who was already stepping into the starting role while Michael Penix Jr. recovers from an ACL injury. Pittsburgh head coach Mike McCarthy previously worked with Rush in Dallas, providing the Steelers staff with familiarity regarding the backup's playing style. Meanwhile, the Steelers move forward with Aaron Rodgers as their starting quarterback. The game is scheduled to take place at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh.
- •Tua Tagovailoa is day-to-day with an oblique injury during Week 1 preparation.
- •Michael Penix Jr. remains sidelined due to an ACL injury.
- •Cooper Rush took starting snaps for the Falcons during recent practice sessions.
- •Mike McCarthy previously coached Cooper Rush during their time with the Dallas Cowboys.
- •Aaron Rodgers remains the confirmed starting quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
- 4:32 AMYahoo Sports — Steelers HC Mike McCarthy Could Face Familiar QB in Week 1
"The Pittsburgh Steelers are gearing up for a Week 1 matchup against an Atlanta Falcons team that already has a massive issue at the quarterback position.Tua Tagovailoa was named as the starter on Monday once it became clear Michael Penix Jr. would not be fully cleared to go following an ACL injury he suffered last […] The post Steelers HC Mike McCarthy Could Face Familiar QB in Week 1 appeared first on HEAVY.
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