Rookie quarterback Drew Allar says he has grown more comfortable physically just months after the Pittsburgh Steelers selected him in the third round, crediting continued work on his lower-body mechanics.
Allar spoke to reporters after Tuesday's practice. He noted visible improvement in his 7-on-7 and team reps. “I feel a lot more comfortable physically,” Allar said. “I look like I’m playing slower, which is a good thing. I’m thinking fast, but my feet are playing slow. I’m on time and in rhythm.” The Steelers drafted Allar as the fourth quarterback overall. Coach Mike McCarthy has focused on rebuilding the quarterback's footwork rather than altering his throwing motion, an emphasis that began during May rookie minicamp. Allar is set to take part in the team's final two practices on Thursday and Friday before a rookie school next week. His preseason debut remains two months away.