Steelers rookies adjust expectations ahead of preseason games
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 10:30 AM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
The Pittsburgh Steelers are preparing for their first preseason game with 10 drafted rookies on the training camp roster. Offensive tackle Max Iheanachor is on track to become the starting right tackle following a training camp injury. Wide receiver Germie Bernard's role has been tempered due to the emergence of Roman Wilson, while quarterback Drew Allar aims to secure the No. 3 quarterback spot. Cornerback Daylen Everett has impressed coaches, positioning himself as a likely No. 2 outside cornerback. Other rookies face varying degrees of expectations, with a mix of opportunities and roster challenges ahead.
- •Iheanachor is expected to start after the bye week.
- •Bernard may need another year to develop as a consistent producer.
- •Allar is competing for the No. 3 quarterback role.
- •Everett is likely to be the team's No. 2 outside cornerback.
- •Several rookies are at risk of landing on the practice squad.
- 10:30 AMYahoo Sports — Realistic expectations for the Steelers 2026 rookie class this season
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