Steelers fall to Bills in preseason finale as QBs struggle
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 3:46 AM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
The Pittsburgh Steelers concluded their preseason with a 28-27 loss to the Buffalo Bills on August 27 at Highmark Stadium. Many starters were rested, allowing younger players to take center stage. Notable performances included Kaden Wetjen, who scored on a 44-yard punt return touchdown, and Eli Heidenreich, who rushed for a touchdown. Quarterbacks Will Howard and Drew Allar had mixed outings, with Howard completing 9 of 15 passes for 69 yards and two touchdowns but also throwing an interception. The Steelers now face roster cuts before their regular season opener against the Atlanta Falcons on September 13.
- •Steelers lost 28-27 to Bills in their preseason finale.
- •Coach Mike McCarthy rested starters ahead of the regular season.
- •Kaden Wetjen scored on a 44-yard punt return touchdown.
- •Eli Heidenreich rushed for a touchdown on nine carries.
- •Will Howard and Drew Allar struggled at quarterback.
- 3:46 AMYahoo Sports — Steelers winners, losers vs Bills: QBs Will Howard and Drew Allar fail to impress
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