Steelers Name Howard QB1, Moving Forward Without Rodgers

Pittsburgh Steelers Voluntary Minicamp Kicks Off: Will Howard Takes the Helm

The Pittsburgh Steelers began their voluntary minicamp on Monday, with new head coach Mike McCarthy at the helm. Aaron Rodgers, the teams quarterback, was notably absent, leading to the naming of Will Howard as the starting quarterback for the drills. Howard, a sixth-round pick from last year, has already garnered attention, even from Rodgers himself.

Reports indicate that the Steelers have not received any communication from Rodgers regarding his future, and they are not anticipating a call before the NFL Draft on Saturday. With Howard currently the only other quarterback on the roster, alongside Mason Rudolph, the team is preparing for the upcoming draft.

The big question remains: will Rodgers commit, or will the team draft a rookie like Ty Simpson to compete for the starting position? If Rodgers remains away and the draft pick does not pan out as the starter, Howard could find himself as the week one quarterback come September. The teams front office has made it clear: show up or step aside.

This move signifies the Steelers commitment to moving forward without waiting on Rodgers, preparing Howard for whatever challenges the 2026 season may bring.

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