Will Howard and Drew Allar take lead at Steelers OTAs
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 6:01 PM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
At the Pittsburgh Steelers' final round of OTAs on June 9, 2026, quarterbacks Will Howard and Drew Allar received extensive practice opportunities without the presence of veteran signal-callers Aaron Rodgers and Mason Rudolph. Allar expressed his intent to make the most of this chance, focusing on growth through practice reps. Both young quarterbacks aim to solidify their positions on the team's depth chart. The Steelers have already held mandatory minicamp prior to this week.
- •Steelers conduct final OTAs with focus on young quarterbacks.
- •Aaron Rodgers and Mason Rudolph absent from practice.
- •Drew Allar emphasizes importance of mental reps during drills.
- •Opportunity supports growth for both Howard and Allar.
- •Minicamp already completed prior to this week’s practices.
- 6:01 PMYahoo Sports — Will Howard, Drew Allar get rare opportunity at Steelers OTAs
"The Steelers’ young signal-callers have a unique opportunity this week.
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