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Will Howard named Steelers starting QB against Jets

3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 10:05 AM

Last updated Aug 22, 2026

Will Howard named Steelers starting QB against Jets
Summary

The Pittsburgh Steelers have announced that Will Howard will start at quarterback for their Week 2 preseason matchup against the New York Jets. Howard’s selection follows a solid preseason performance where he completed 7-of-9 passes for 86 yards and led a touchdown drive against the Green Bay Packers. Coach Mike McCarthy plans to see more of Howard and Drew Allar during the final two preseason games. Mason Rudolph and Aaron Rodgers will not play in this contest.

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  • •Will Howard to start at QB for Steelers against Jets
  • •Howard had 86 yards and a touchdown drive last game
  • •Rudolph and Rodgers will not participate in the game
  • •Steelers plan to utilize both Howard and Allar
  • •Next game is against the Jets on August 19, 2026
Latest Updates
  • 10:05 AMYahoo Sports — Will Howard may have lost Steelers roster spot after awful performance vs. Jets
  • 1:07 AMYahoo Sports — Steelers QB Will Howard struggles in preseason start vs Jets
  • 3:04 PMYahoo Sports — Will Howard to start at QB vs. Jets
What they're saying
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Steelers QB Will Howard may have lost his roster spot following a dreadful preseason performance against the New York Jets.

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Steelers quarterback Will Howard got the start on Friday against the New York Jets in the team's second preseason game.

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Steelers name Will Howard Week 2 starter vs. Jets

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