Steelers consider four quarterbacks for roster behind Aaron Rodgers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 7:41 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026
The Pittsburgh Steelers are facing a decision on their quarterback roster as they prepare for the season with Aaron Rodgers. Sources indicate the team might retain all four quarterbacks: Rodgers, Mason Rudolph, Will Howard, and Drew Allar. This approach is unusual but necessary, as the team seeks strong backup options. Preseason performances have shown potential in the younger quarterbacks, Howard and Allar. The final 53-man roster will be announced soon, with this being a key point of deliberation for the coaching staff.
- •Steelers may keep Aaron Rodgers, Mason Rudolph, Will Howard, and Drew Allar.
- •Roster projections suggest a rare four-quarterback setup.
- •Preseason performances influence the decision on backups.
- •Final 53-man roster announcement is forthcoming.
- •Coaching staff prioritizes depth behind an aging Rodgers.
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