Steelers keep Aaron Rodgers, Mason Rudolph, Will Howard and Drew Allar on roster
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 3, 2026, 3:12 PM
Last updated Sep 3, 2026
The Pittsburgh Steelers confirmed their final 53-man roster for the 2026-27 NFL season by retaining four quarterbacks. Aaron Rodgers, who is entering his final NFL season, leads the group alongside veteran Mason Rudolph. Joining them are Will Howard and rookie Drew Allar. Both Howard and Allar secured spots following strong performances during the preseason. Howard saw action against the Buffalo Bills and Green Bay Packers, while Allar recorded significant passing and rushing output across several games. Rodgers, 42, expressed support for the decision to keep the younger players, noting the value of development opportunities as he prepares for retirement. The decision provides the team with depth at the position throughout the upcoming season.
- •Pittsburgh retained four quarterbacks on the 53-man roster.
- •Aaron Rodgers enters his final NFL season with the Steelers.
- •Will Howard and Drew Allar earned roster spots after preseason play.
- •Mason Rudolph returns to the team as a veteran presence.
- 3:12 PMYahoo Sports — Aaron Rodgers ‘Excited’ About Steelers Keeping Will Howard, Drew Allar on 2026 Roster
"As Aaron Rodgers gets ready to ride off into the sunset after this season, he's excited about Will Howard and Drew Allar's future with the Steelers.
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