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Steelers face Jets in preseason matchup with young quarterbacks starting

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 1:17 AM

Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Steelers face Jets in preseason matchup with young quarterbacks starting

Summary

The Pittsburgh Steelers host the New York Jets at Acrisure Stadium on Friday, August 21, at 7 p.m. After a strong start in their first preseason game against the Green Bay Packers, Pittsburgh looks to build momentum with young quarterbacks Drew Allar and Will Howard. Howard will start after completing 7-for-9 passes for 86 yards in his debut. The Steelers will need to address mistakes from their last game, where they were penalized 11 times. Pittsburgh aims to improve its offensive line and discipline before the regular season begins.

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By the Numbers

•Pittsburgh is 1-0 against New York's 0-1 record.
•Game set for 7 p.m. at Acrisure Stadium.
•Howard will start at quarterback for Steelers.
•Steelers committed 11 penalties for 134 yards last game.
•Offensive line adjustments needed ahead of regular season.

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1:17 AMYahoo Sports — Gameday Primer: Allar, Howard get another chance to shine

What they're saying

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New York Jets (0-1) at Pittsburgh Steelers (1-0)When: Friday, Aug. 21 at 7 p.m.Where: Acrisure StadiumWatch: Steelers preseason TV affiliates The Pittsburgh Steelers are back in action on Friday against the New York Jets after defeating the Green Bay Packers in the first preseason game. Three things to watch…Can the young quarterbacks build off of their […]
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