Steelers' QB Battle: Howard vs. Allar

0:00It's April 25th, I'm Corey with The Story. This is NFL News Today, driven by AI and built for football fans. The Pittsburgh Steelers are holding out hope for Aaron Rogers to return as their quarterback in 2026, but they're not banking on it. Right now, second year guy, Will Howard from Ohio State, looks like the top choice to start if Rogers bounces. Howard went on Cam Hayward's podcast and laid it out straight. He's ready to lead if Rogers stays away, though he'd love another year learning from. The vet, Steelers fans lost it, chanting QB1 like he was already the man. That buzz didn't last long though. The team just grabbed Penn State quarterback Drew Allor in the third round of the draft, turning Howard's clear shot into a real battle for the gig. Hit coach Mike McCarthy is high on Howard, saying if he was picking last year, Howard wouldn't have slipped to the fifth or sixth round. McCarthy raved about his college tape at Kansas State, calling him a standout in the playoffs. Allor brings first round talent and big upside, especially

1:00with McCarthy's rep as a quarterback whisperer. Howard's staying locked in and that fire has fans hyped to watch him fight for his spot in Pittsburgh.