Steelers reportedly keep four quarterbacks on roster

Pittsburgh coach Mike McCarthy indicated after the preseason that the Steelers are prepared to keep four quarterbacks on the 53-man roster, pairing two veterans with two promising young players. Aaron Rodgers remains the undisputed starter for 2026, while Mason Rudolph likely sits as the QB2 behind him, praised for his reliability and experience. Will Howard and Drew Allar are valued as the future, with McCarthy stressing that the depth could strengthen the team’s outlook even if the two rookies are still developing. Recent evaluations and performances in the preseason fueled the belief that Pittsburgh will carry all four regardless of occasional struggles by Howard, though his head injury could threaten that plan if he cannot recover in time. The consensus among insiders and observers, supported by McCarthy’s comments, is that the organization wants to preserve options and continuity by maintaining four quarterbacks into the regular season.