Steelers face quarterback depth challenge ahead of regular season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 8:52 PM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026

The Pittsburgh Steelers have four quarterbacks on their depth chart as they prepare for the 2026 NFL season. Veteran Aaron Rodgers leads this group, but with this being his last year, the team is focused on finding a long-term replacement. Following a 17-0 loss to the Jets, it was noted that Mason Rudolph appears to have secured the position of QB2, while rookie Drew Allar struggled. Keeping all four quarterbacks could necessitate trimming other roster positions. The Steelers' preseason continues with a matchup against the Bills on August 27.
- •Rodgers heads the Steelers' quarterback depth chart for 2026.
- •Mason Rudolph likely secures the QB2 role based on recent performances.
- •Roster adjustments may be necessary if all four quarterbacks are retained.
- •The Steelers lost to the Jets 17-0 in their recent preseason game.
- •Next preseason game against the Bills is scheduled for August 27.
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"The Steelers have four quarterbacks on their depth chart, and keeping all four ahead of the regular season could create a roster issue.
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