Steelers keep four quarterbacks on active 53-man roster for 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 4, 2026, 3:10 AM
Last updated Sep 4, 2026

The Pittsburgh Steelers finalized their 53-man roster last weekend by retaining four quarterbacks. Alongside starter Aaron Rodgers, the team kept Drew Allar, Will Howard, and Mason Rudolph. While carrying four signal-callers is atypical for many NFL teams, Rodgers publicly backed the decision, noting that he considers all four players among the team's best 53 roster members. The veteran quarterback acknowledged that the decision forces the team to sacrifice depth at other positions, but he stated he is happy for the group. The inclusion of Allar, a third-round selection in the 2026 NFL Draft, was widely expected despite the crowded room. Rodgers confirmed that while he has not previously played on a team with four quarterbacks, he supports the final roster composition as the team moves forward.
- •Pittsburgh Steelers confirmed a four-quarterback roster last weekend.
- •Aaron Rodgers remains the team's guaranteed starter.
- •Drew Allar earned a spot after being drafted in the third round.
- •Will Howard and Mason Rudolph were also named to the active roster.
- •Rodgers stated the selection reflects the team's best 53 available players.
- 3:10 AMYahoo Sports — Aaron Rodgers Isn't Upset Penn State's Drew Allar Made Team
"The Pittsburgh Steelers faced a tough decision, including the future of Penn State quarterback Drew Allar. Allar, who was selected in the third round of the 2026 NFL Draft, was expected to be on the Steelers' 53-man roster.
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