Pittsburgh Steelers Consider Keeping Four Quarterbacks for 2026 Season

The Pittsburgh Steelers are preparing for the 2026 season with a stable quarterback situation, but uncertainties loom beyond that point. Aaron Rodgers has indicated that this will be his last season, leaving the team without a clear successor.

The Steelers are optimistic about Drew Allar and Will Howard, though both are not yet ready for immediate play. Veteran Mason Rudolph remains on the roster, and ESPN insider Brooke Pryor suggests that the team may opt to keep all four quarterbacks on the 53-man roster.

This decision, while unconventional for head coach Mike McCarthy, is seen as necessary due to the significant gap in experience between Rudolph and the younger quarterbacks. Keeping Rudolph provides a reliable backup option, allowing the Steelers to evaluate their future quarterback prospects without rushing the development of Allar and Howard.