Steelers may keep four quarterbacks on 53-man roster

The Pittsburgh Steelers could retain all four quarterbacks on their 53-man roster for the 2026 season, according to NFL insider Jason La Canfora.

La Canfora reported that several people close to the situation believe keeping Aaron Rodgers, Drew Allar, Will Howard and Mason Rudolph remains possible. Rodgers is set to start, while Allar, selected in the third round this year, appears secure on the roster. Howard has received praise from coach Mike McCarthy and a large share of reps during OTAs and minicamp. Rudolph, however, has seen his opportunities reduced as the team evaluates its options. If the team must reduce the group, La Canfora indicated a trade of Rudolph appears more likely than moving Howard. In today's NFL, carrying four quarterbacks on the active roster is uncommon due to depth needs at other positions.

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Former Steelers players James Harrison and Bryant McFadden debate quarterback situation amid Aaron Rodgers uncertainty, with images of Rudolph and Allar.
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Former Steelers players debate quarterback depth amid Rodgers uncertainty

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James Harrison and Bryant McFadden, former Pittsburgh Steelers players, have voiced concerns over the team's quarterback situation if Aaron Rodgers returns. Harrison argues Mason Rudolph should be cut, while McFadden sees the draft pick of Drew Allar as raising more questions. Steelers beat writer Mark Kaboly predicts Allar as the 2027 starter.

Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike McCarthy stated he plans to keep three quarterbacks on the 53-man roster and possibly a fourth on the practice squad. Speaking after voluntary minicamp on April 21, 2026, at UPMC Rooney Sports Complex, McCarthy said Will Howard and Mason Rudolph have been splitting first-team reps amid uncertainty over Aaron Rodgers' future. He also praised the team's defensive line, running back Rico Dowdle and wide receiver DK Metcalf.

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Pittsburgh Steelers beat writer Ray Fittipaldo urged the team to creatively manage limited practice reps for young quarterbacks Will Howard and Drew Allar. The challenge arises if Aaron Rodgers returns for the 2026 season, creating a crowded quarterback room. Fittipaldo emphasized evaluating the young players ahead of the 2027 NFL Draft.

The Pittsburgh Steelers selected Penn State quarterback Drew Allar with their first third-round pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. The team continues its search for a successor to Ben Roethlisberger, who retired after the 2021 season. Analysts offered mixed reactions to the choice in a draft class light on elite quarterback talent.

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Pittsburgh Steelers owner Art Rooney II stated that the team probably will not draft a quarterback with its No. 21 pick in Thursday's first round of the 2026 NFL Draft. In a pre-draft interview with WTAE’s Andrew Stockey, Rooney kept options open for other positions like wide receiver, offensive line or secondary, echoing recent analyst reports ruling out early picks like Alabama's Ty Simpson.

Speculation is growing around three Pittsburgh Steelers players who might face surprise cuts before the regular season.

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The Pittsburgh Steelers are preparing for the 2026 season with two roster spots still open after the NFL Draft. Analysts point to punter, tight end and wide receiver as areas requiring attention before training camp begins.

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