Pittsburgh Steelers put Will Howard ahead of rookie Drew Allar on depth chart

The Pittsburgh Steelers released their first preseason depth chart a week into training camp, listing Will Howard as the third‑team quarterback and placing rookie Drew Allar behind him. Howard, a sixth‑round pick from the 2025 draft who missed last season’s hand injury, is competing for the backup role alongside veteran Mason Rudolph.

Despite insiders noting Allar’s better early‑camp performance, the depth chart reflects the coaching staff’s current ranking, with Howard given the edge. Allar, a third‑round selection in the 2026 draft, remains a developmental prospect expected to see more action once the preseason begins.