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What Will Howard said about dreadful preseason performance that may have punted away Steelers roster spot

On Friday, the Pittsburgh Steelers continued their preseason slate with an ugly 17-0 loss at home to the New York Jets. It was a particularly difficult performance for rising second-year quarterback Will Howard, who completed ten of his 15 pass attempts but threw two interceptions and registered just 74 yards of passing in his time on the field.

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'Really Good': Steelers' Dynamic Defender Is Starting To Get Noticed

The Pittsburgh Steelers' second preseason game of 2026 had a lot of disappointment as they fell 17-0 to the New York Jets. Head Coach Mike McCarthy and his staff will go back to the drawing board as they regroup before one final preseason contest ahead of the 2026 NFL regular season.

NFL News / Steeler Nation / August 23

'Jets Could Be In The Mix': Steelers Have Potential Trade Partner In New York

The Pittsburgh Steelers are nearing the end of the 2026 NFL preseason and still have a lot of questions around how the final 53-man roster will shake out.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / August 23

Steelers Desperately Need Their First-Round Rookie Back

The Pittsburgh Steelers can't go into the regular season with the offensive line they have right now. After two preseason games, one thing is beyond clear - the right tackle position isn't good enough.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Athlon Sports / August 23

Steelers Must Get Drew Allar Reps With Starters if Aaron Rodgers Sits Finale

It wasn’t a night to remember for the Pittsburgh Steelers in their second preseason game. Friday night was filled with rough performances as the Steelers were shut out 17-0 by the New York Jets.

Derrick Harmon News / Steeler Nation / August 23

Troubling Analysis Paints Steelers' Derrick Harmon As A Complete Bust

Investing in the trenches for the Pittsburgh Steelers has been a major focus for Omar Khan and Andy Weidl dating back to the 2023 offseason. All four of the organization's first-round picks in the NFL Drafts since have played on the line, with three of them being offensive tackles.

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25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / August 23

Steelers' Will Howard Had Strange Issue Brewing Before Jets Meltdown

The Pittsburgh Steelers handed Will Howard his first NFL start on Friday night, creating an opportunity for the young quarterback to strengthen his standing in a crowded room.

Drew Allar News / Steel City Underground / August 23

Watch: Drew Allar adjusts for big play to Lake McCree

Steel City Underground presents Plays of the Game: highlighting the biggest moments and game-changing plays from the Pittsburgh Steelers’ latest matchup.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / August 23

Steelers Veteran Additions Earned Their Place on Roster

A pair of late additions to the Pittsburgh Steelers roster might become indispensible players for the defense this season. Neither safety Rayshawn Jenkins, nor inside linebacker Elandon Roberts were on the Steelers' initial 90-man (technically 91 man, shoutout Julius Welschoff and the NFL's International Pathway Program) roster.

Will Howard News / Steeler Nation / August 22

Steelers' Brian Angelichio Exposes Overlooked Truth Behind Will Howard's Interceptions

The Pittsburgh Steelers watched Will Howard produce the type of preseason outing that appears far worse in the box score than it did from snap to snap.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Athlon Sports / August 22

Art Rooney II Reveals Why Michael Pittman Jr. Trade Excites Steelers Most

The Pittsburgh Steelers had a very busy 2026 offseason. They not only hired a new head coach, but also made a number of roster changes while bringing back their quarterback from 2025.

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / August 22

'That's On Me': Steelers Coach Falls On The Sword After Terrible Showing

The Pittsburgh Steelers hired Patrick Graham to transform a defense that has repeatedly struggled to match its expensive price tag and talent. His new unit experienced its first uncomfortable moment during Friday night's 17-0 preseason loss to the New York Jets, and the coordinator refused to avoid responsibility afterward.

Carson Bruener News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / August 22

Steelers Might Have Long-Term LB Solution Developing

In an inside linebacker room that has an uncertain future, Carson Bruener might be setting himself up as a major piece of the puzzle for the Pittsburgh Steelers.

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Report: Pittsburgh Steelers plan to carry both Will Howard and Drew Allar on 53-man roster

The quarterback picture for the Pittsburgh Steelers appears to be getting some clarity. The team entered training camp with a seeming battle for the third roster spot between former Ohio State quarterback Will Howard and former Penn State gunslinger Drew Allar.

Drew Allar News / Athlon Sports / August 22

Drew Allar Is 'Way Ahead' of Steelers' Expectations as Rookie QB, Can He Exceed Them?

One of the biggest debuts of the Pittsburgh Steelers preseason has been rookie quarterback Drew Allar. The former Penn State Nittany Lion had a rough 2025 senior year that saw his draft stock tumble.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / August 22

Steelers' Will Howard Showed 1 Important Development Despite Rough Preseason Start

The Pittsburgh Steelers' 17-0 home loss in their second preseason game of the year has been receiving a lot of reaction. There was not much good that came of the contest, as the team failed to find the end zone.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / August 22

Steelers Need to Have Kick Returner Replacement Ready

As inconceivable as it was even a matter of weeks ago, Pittsburgh Steelers rookie Kaden Wetjen might be on thin ice. On the penultimate play of the first quarter, the fourth-round pick fumbled on a punt return and nearly handed the New York Jets fantastic field position at the Steelers' 31-yard line.

Roman Wilson News / Athlon Sports / August 22

Roman Wilson's Slow Start Could Define His Final Steelers Chance in 2026

One of the Pittsburgh Steelers who entered 2026 with a critical season ahead was wide receiver Roman Wilson. He has high upside and excellent traits, but he just hasn’t been able to consistently turn them into production on the field.

Will Howard News / Steeler Nation / August 22

Steelers' Will Howard Confronts Painful Reality After Jets Disaster

The Pittsburgh Steelers gave Will Howard his largest NFL audition Friday night, and the result became a painful lesson about how quickly two throws can overshadow an otherwise encouraging performance.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Athlon Sports / August 22

Steelers' Offensive Line Struggles Again, Raising Camp Physicality Questions

The Pittsburgh Steelers got embarrassed and beat up on Friday night. After flying high in the first preseason game, the Steelers took a brutal gut punch in the 17-0 shutout loss to the New York Jets.

Mike McCarthy News / Steeler Nation / August 22

Steelers' Mike McCarthy Fumes About Team's Failures After Loss To Jets

The Pittsburgh Steelers had a lot to be excited about after their 28-9 win in the preseason opener, but that all came crashing down. They got shut out 17-0 by the New York Jets, and there was not a lot to be excited about.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pro Football Rumors / August 22

Steelers To Keep QBs Will Howard, Drew Allar On 53-Man Roster

The Steelers are planning to keep both Will Howard and Drew Allar on their 53-man roster, per Gerry Dulac of the Pittsburgh Post Gazette. That will likely cause the team to carry four quarterbacks heading into the regular season with starter Aaron Rodgers assured a spot and Mason Rudolph expected to reprise his role as the backup.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steel City Underground / August 22

Steelers Come Back to Earth in Ugly Preseason Loss to Jets

One week after the Pittsburgh Steelers gave fans plenty to feel good about in their preseason opener, Friday night’s follow-up against the New York Jets went in the opposite direction.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 21

Jets grab two interceptions in preseason game

Andre Cisco, Samuel Womack remind Jets defenders it is possible to intercept a pass

The New York Jets made the wrong kind of history during the 2025 season when they became the first team to ever go an entire regular season without intercepting a single pass.

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Steelers' Kuntz sets high bar for Rudolph, Howard, Allar

Steelers' Christian Kuntz sets high bar for Mason Rudolph, Will Howard, Drew Allar

Future Hall of Famer Aaron Rodgers will begin the 2026 regular season as the starting quarterback of the Steelers, but he is expected to retire following the campaign.

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