Steelers plan to keep four quarterbacks ahead of roster deadline

CBS NFL1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 9:28 PM

Last updated Aug 28, 2026

Steelers plan to keep four quarterbacks ahead of roster deadline
Summary

The Pittsburgh Steelers are likely to include all four quarterbacks in their initial 53-man roster following their preseason finale, a narrow 28-27 loss to the Buffalo Bills. Head coach Mike McCarthy praised the team's quarterback room, highlighting the contributions of veterans Aaron Rodgers and Mason Rudolph, along with younger players Will Howard and Drew Allar. As the deadline approaches, discussions around the future roles of these quarterbacks are intensifying. While McCarthy expresses confidence in their capabilities, decisions could change before final roster submissions on Sunday night.

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  • Steelers lost 28-27 to Bills in preseason finale.
  • McCarthy indicates all four quarterbacks will be on the roster.
  • Aaron Rodgers, 42, returns for a final season with Pittsburgh.
  • Will Howard and Drew Allar took all quarterback snaps in the final game.
  • Roster must be finalized by Sunday night.
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  • 9:28 PMCBS NFLSteelers appear set on keeping four quarterbacks, but who is the odd man out if that decision changes?
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