Steelers Eyeing Beck for QB Role

0:00It's April 5th. From kickoff to the final whistle, this is NFL News Today, powered by AI, I'm Cory, with the story. Pittsburgh Steelers are locked in on drafting a quarterback in the 2026 NFL Draft. Their new head coach, Mike McCarthy, confirmed it straight up at the owner's meetings. Names buzzing around include Alabama's Ty Simpson, Penn State's Drew Allor, and Miami's Carson Beck, with the team eyeing Beck for his heavy college. Beck stands out with 43 career starts, posting a 37 and 6 record. He threw for over 3,800 yards and 30 touchdowns last season alone, leading Miami to the national title game. His completion rate sits at 69.5% across five NCAA years. He was part of Georgia's back-to-back championships in 2021 and 2022, but hold up. Wasn't the starter then, just attempted. 58 passes those seasons. Beck grabbed the starting gig in 2023, racking up 52 touchdowns and 18 picks before transferring

1:03to Miami. Steelers aren't eyeing a quarterback with their number one overall pick, figuring no elite ones after some top prospects. Still, Beck's veteran reps appeal to McCarthy, who could mold him into a steady leader, especially with no clear QB on the roster now. This move fits an offense-first coach, hunting upside in a proven arm. Beck at 23 could thrive in Pittsburgh, giving fans real hope for that franchise signal caller.