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Why Steelers can't pass on drafting Penn State QB Drew Allar
TL;DR
The Pittsburgh Steelers must consider drafting Penn State QB Drew Allar as a long-term solution at quarterback. Relying on short-term fixes like Aaron Rodgers or a combination of other players may hinder their future success.
Key points
- Steelers need a long-term quarterback solution
- Aaron Rodgers is not a sustainable option
- Drew Allar is a promising draft prospect
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Drew AllarKenny PickettWill HowardMason Rudolph
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The Pittsburgh Steelers have to stop kidding themselves.
Aaron Rodgers may indeed put off retirement and start at quarterback for them once again in 2026, but that's not a long-term solution. Just like a year ago, it's a band-aid, nothing more.
The Steelers haven't prioritized finding a long-term solution at the most important position in sports since drafting Kenny Pickett and having that not work out as well as they would've hoped.
It's all well and good to say you'll deal with a Will Howard and Mason Rudolph combination for a year and then pick the right guy in 2027, but what if the right guy isn't on the board at the right time? Do you just kick the can a year down the road again?
The Steelers owe it to their fans to try and solve QB, and there's no reason to let the 2026 NFL Draft go by without picking one.
And the one they should pick feels obvious: Penn State's Drew Allar.
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The case for the Steelers and Drew Allar
Q&A
Why should the Steelers draft Drew Allar from Penn State?
The Steelers need a long-term solution at quarterback, and Drew Allar is seen as a promising prospect who could fill that role.
What are the Steelers' current quarterback options for 2026?
Currently, the Steelers are considering Aaron Rodgers, Will Howard, and Mason Rudolph as potential quarterbacks for the 2026 season.
What happens if the Steelers wait to draft a quarterback in 2027?
If the Steelers wait until 2027 to draft a quarterback, they risk missing out on top prospects and may face another year of uncertainty at the position.
