Will Howard struggles with turnovers in Steelers' loss to Jets
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 4:32 AM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Will Howard faced challenges during a critical preseason game against the New York Jets, which resulted in a 17-0 defeat at Acrisure Stadium. Howard threw two interceptions that interrupted promising drives, finishing the game with 10 completions on 15 attempts for 74 yards. Afterward, he expressed disappointment in his performance, noting the importance of protecting the football. The team is assessing his chances to earn a spot on the 53-man roster, with one final preseason game against the Buffalo Bills scheduled for Thursday. Howard's competition for the backup quarterback position continues, with rookie Drew Allar also vying for a role.
- •Steelers lost 17-0 to the Jets in a preseason game.
- •Will Howard threw two interceptions, both in critical moments.
- •Howard completed 10 of 15 passes for 74 yards.
- •Next preseason game is against the Buffalo Bills on Thursday.
- •Competition for backup quarterback position remains open.
- 4:59 AMESPN NFL — 2 INTs make for 'sour' night for Steelers' Howard
- 3:29 AMYahoo Sports — Steelers QB Will Howard Unloads on 2 INT Performance
"Eight days after helping the offense light up the scoreboard with 28 points, young Steelers quarterbacks Will Howard and Drew Allar combined to throw two interceptions, take four sacks and score zero points in a 17-0 preseason loss to the Jets on Friday.
"A critical preseason audition soured as two costly turnovers derailed promising drives, forcing the young Pittsburgh Steelers signal-caller to confront his mistakes while fighting for a roster spot.
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External links- ESPN NFLAug 22, 2026, 4:59 AM2 INTs make for 'sour' night for Steelers' Howard
Eight days after helping the offense light up the scoreboard with 28 points, young Steelers quarterbacks Will Howard and Drew Allar combined to throw two interceptions, take four sacks and score zero points in a 17-0 preseason loss to the Jets on Friday.
- Yahoo SportsAug 22, 2026, 3:29 AMSteelers QB Will Howard Unloads on 2 INT Performance
A critical preseason audition soured as two costly turnovers derailed promising drives, forcing the young Pittsburgh Steelers signal-caller to confront his mistakes while fighting for a roster spot.
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