July 11, 2026, 3:30 p.m. ET
The Pittsburgh Steelers left fans stunned following their decision to draft Drew Allar in the third round of the 2026 NFL Draft. And while the jury is still out on the decision, there could be a lot to love about this pick.
From now until the start of the regular season, we at Steelers Wire will be analyzing every player on the roster. Here’s a look at Allar and what could be in store for his 2026 season.
At a glanceHeight: 6-foot-5Weight: 228 poundsAge: 22 years oldNFL experience: Rookie
Allar, who showed a lot of promise early at Penn State, was selected by the Steelers with the 76th overall pick in the third round of the 2026 NFL Draft. Injuries, inconsistent performances and a subpar coaching staff ultimately derailed his collegiate career, however.
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Allar is heading into the season as a developmental quarterback who likely won’t touch the field during the 2026 season. Because of where he was drafted, his roster spot is all but guaranteed. Will Howard and Mason Rudolph will be the quarterbacks battling for a place on the 53-man roster.
With Aaron Rodgers as his mentor and proven quarterback guru Mike McCarthy assisting in Allar’s development, the young signal-caller could very well receive the starting job in 2027. But he’ll likely need to fend off Howard, who’s also vying for the Steelers’ QB1 role when Rodgers retires.
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