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NegativeDepth ChartAug 6, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Howard is one of three backup quarterbacks competing for roster spots behind Aaron Rodgers. As a rookie with no NFL regular-season experience, he would have to pass through waivers if released before potentially joining the practice squad, putting him at a disadvantage relative to veteran Mason Rudolph in the competition for the No. 2 job.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 6, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Listed as QB3 on Steelers' first depth chart of training camp, behind Mason Rudolph (QB2) and ahead of rookie Drew Allar (QB4).

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 6, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Will Howard is listed third at quarterback on the Steelers' first depth chart, behind Aaron Rodgers and Mason Rudolph, with Drew Allar fourth.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 6, 2026Behind the Steel Curtain

Will Howard is listed as the third-string quarterback on the Steelers' first depth chart, behind Aaron Rodgers and Mason Rudolph, with Drew Allar following him.

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NegativeRoleAug 6, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Will Howard is the backup quarterback on the Steelers depth chart behind Aaron Rodgers. Howard observes the dynamic between Rodgers and McCarthy during practice, noting that the two share inside jokes and references to plays from their 2006 Green Bay era that only they understand, such as debating whether to install their old '24' protection scheme.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 5, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Howard is listed as the No. 3 quarterback on the Steelers' initial depth chart behind Mason Rudolph and Aaron Rodgers, putting him at risk of being released as the Steelers could part ways with whoever loses out for the No. 2 spot.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 5, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Will Howard is listed as QB3 on the Steelers' first depth chart of training camp, behind Mason Rudolph (QB2) and ahead of Drew Allar (QB4) in the backup quarterback competition.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 5, 2026Behind the Steel Curtain

Will Howard is listed at QB3 on the Steelers' first depth chart of training camp, behind Mason Rudolph (QB2) and ahead of Drew Allar (QB4) in the backup quarterback rotation.

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NegativeRoleAug 4, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Will Howard had a difficult Day Five with accuracy and timing issues during team periods despite connecting with Brandon Smith several times. He was given the opportunity to lead a two-minute drill to end practice but the drive was unsuccessful as the defense dominated. Howard continues to compete with veteran Mason Rudolph for the backup quarterback job, with preseason performance likely to determine the outcome.

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NegativeRoleAug 4, 2026Behind the Steel Curtain

Quarterback Will Howard had a difficult day at camp on day five with accuracy and timing issues during team periods despite some connections with Brandon Smith. Howard was given an opportunity to lead the offense on a two-minute drill to end practice but the drive was unsuccessful as the defense dominated both two-minute drills. The source notes it will likely come down to preseason performance for Howard as he continues to compete with veteran Mason Rudolph for the backup quarterback job.

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NegativeProjectionAug 3, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Will Howard had a mixed day during Monday's padded practice. He threw interceptions to Doneiko Slaughter on a deep throw to the left sideline and had a deep pass to Max Hurleman broken up by Slaughter. However, he also connected with Brandon Smith on a play action pass on the left side of the field during team period.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 3, 2026ESPN NFL

Will Howard worked with the second team during OTAs and minicamp and is splitting second-team snaps with rookie Drew Allar as the Steelers develop young signal-callers behind Aaron Rodgers.

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PositiveRoleAug 2, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Rookie quarterback Will Howard delivered a 60-yard touchdown toss to Kaden Wetjen earlier in the week, matching the impressive early training camp performance of fellow Big Ten product Drew Allar and demonstrating the Steelers' confidence in their young signal-caller competition.

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PositiveRoleAug 2, 2026Behind the Steel Curtain

Rookie quarterback delivering strong performances in early training camp; threw a 60-yard touchdown pass to Kaden Wetjen earlier in the week, competing favorably with fellow Big Ten product Drew Allar in what the source describes as a friendly game of 'Anything you can do, I can do better.'

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NegativeProjectionAug 1, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Will Howard ripped a nice pass over the middle to Max Hurleman during Saturday's practice and launched a deep pass down the middle to Brandon Smith, though Samuel broke up the latter completion. Howard also participated in the second two-minute drill where he dropped back on fourth down.

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NegativeRoleAug 1, 2026Behind the Steel Curtain

Howard launched a deep pass down the middle to Brandon Smith that was broken up by Asante Samuel Jr. in coverage. He also ripped a nice pass over the middle to Max Hurleman, which was his most noteworthy play of the day during Saturday's practice.

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NegativeRoleAug 1, 2026NFL.com News

Howard, a 2025 sixth-round pick, is identified as a backup option behind Aaron Rodgers on the Steelers. The source notes that if crisis strikes at QB, the Steelers' backup options (Rudolph, Howard, and 2026 third-rounder Drew Allar) are not strong enough to maintain playoff hopes.

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NegativeProjectionJul 31, 2026ESPN NFL

Will Howard's practice-ending two-minute drill was unsuccessful, as he floated a pass over Max Hurleman in the middle of the field that was intercepted by safety Sebastian Castro. This contrasts with Aaron Rodgers' successful two-minute drill execution on the same day.

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NegativeUsageJul 31, 2026ESPN NFL

Howard's practice-ending two-minute drill on Thursday was unsuccessful; he floated a pass over Max Hurleman in the middle of the field that was intercepted by safety Sebastian Castro.

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PositiveRoleJul 31, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Mike McCarthy spent the majority of practice with the third and fourth teams coaching up Will Howard and Drew Allar. Howard is the guy McCarthy has arguably talked up the most this offseason. McCarthy's increased one-on-one time with Howard is crucial for his development; Howard has much more to prove over the next few weeks of camp and preseason compared to Allar.

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PositiveRoleJul 31, 2026Behind the Steel Curtain

Howard is receiving significant one-on-one coaching from McCarthy with the third and fourth teams and is the backup QB McCarthy has talked up most this offseason; McCarthy's heavy involvement in his development and explicit confidence signals Howard is the preferred developmental prospect and has more to prove in camp and preseason.

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PositiveRoleJul 31, 2026Behind the Steel Curtain

Will Howard is taking command of the backup quarterback battle at Steelers training camp, positioning himself as a leading contender for the backup role behind the starter.

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PositiveRoleJul 31, 2026Behind the Steel Curtain

Will Howard is taking command of the backup QB battle at Steelers training camp, signaling a strong position in the depth chart competition.

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PositiveRoleJul 30, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Second-year quarterback took a major step up on Day 2, executing several quality layered throws over the middle of the field between defenders. Connected with Kaden Wetjen on a downfield shot for what would have been approximately a 60-yard touchdown. Howard was given the honors to quarterback the second and final two-minute drill of practice, appearing in control with several quick throws across the middle to move the offense over midfield, though the drive ended with an interception on a double-clutched throw.

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PositiveRoleJul 30, 2026Behind the Steel Curtain

Second-year quarterback Will Howard took a major step up in day two, executing several quality layered throws over the middle of the field between defenders. He connected with Kaden Wetjen on a downfield shot that would have gone for approximately 60 yards in a game. Howard was given the honors to quarterback the second two-minute drill of practice, appearing in control with several quick throws across the middle to move the offense over midfield. Although the drive ended with an interception by Sebastian Castro, Howard showed far more good than bad and is favored over Mason Rudolph in the backup QB battle.

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PositiveRoleJul 30, 2026Behind the Steel Curtain

Second-year QB made several high-quality throws on Day 2 of training camp, including a 60-yard TD pass to Kaden Wetjen and completions to Robert Tonyan and Levi Wentz. Despite a late interception in the two-minute drill, Howard's strong performance compared to Mason Rudolph's pedestrian start has put him in the early lead of the backup QB battle.

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NegativeProjectionJul 29, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Will Howard was part of the quarterback battle with Drew Allar to kick off training camp on Day One, though Allar had the better performance with the two best throws of any quarterback during team drills.

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NegativeRoleJul 29, 2026Behind the Steel Curtain

Will Howard is competing with Drew Allar in the quarterback battle to kickoff camp; on Day One, Allar had the edge in terms of big plays, with Howard not mentioned as having standout throws during team drills.

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NegativeDepth ChartJul 28, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Howard has been demoted from the second-team quarterback role he held during the offseason. Coach Mike McCarthy's depth chart places Howard in the third group behind both Aaron Rodgers and Mason Rudolph, with only rookie Drew Allar also in that tier. This represents a step back in the quarterback competition as the Steelers evaluate their future at the position.

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NegativeDepth ChartJul 28, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Will Howard is in 'pole position' for the Steelers backup QB job, though Mason Rudolph will take QB2 reps during training camp, suggesting competition remains at the position.

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NegativeDepth ChartJul 28, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Will Howard is in pole position for the Steelers backup quarterback job, though Mason Rudolph will take QB2 reps during training camp.

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PositiveDepth ChartJul 28, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Will Howard is in 'pole position' for the Steelers backup quarterback job, indicating he is the leading candidate for the QB2 role despite Mason Rudolph taking QB2 reps.

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NegativeDepth ChartJul 28, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Will Howard is in 'pole position' for the Steelers backup quarterback job, though Mason Rudolph will take QB2 reps, suggesting Howard is competing for the third-string role or will be the primary backup if Rudolph is moved.

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NegativeDepth ChartJul 28, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Will Howard is in 'pole position' for the Steelers backup quarterback job, competing against Mason Rudolph and Drew Allar, though Rudolph is currently taking QB2 reps.

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NegativeDepth ChartJul 28, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Will Howard is in 'pole position' for the Steelers backup quarterback job, competing with Mason Rudolph and Drew Allar for the QB2 role, though Rudolph is currently taking those reps.

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NegativeDepth ChartJul 28, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Will Howard is not taking QB2 reps, with Mason Rudolph winning the backup quarterback role over him and Drew Allar.

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NegativeDepth ChartJul 28, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Will Howard loses second-team quarterback reps to veteran Mason Rudolph at Steelers training camp, dropping to third-team reps. Howard held the second-team role during OTAs but has been displaced by Rudolph's veteran status.

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PositiveDepth ChartJul 28, 2026Behind the Steel Curtain

Will Howard is in 'pole position' for the Steelers backup quarterback job, indicating he is the leading candidate for the backup role despite Mason Rudolph taking QB2 reps in camp.

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NegativeDepth ChartJul 28, 2026Behind the Steel Curtain

Demoted from second-team QB reps in OTAs to third-team reps at the start of Steelers training camp. Mason Rudolph took the QB2 role, and Howard now competes with Drew Allar for the backup position. As a sixth-round pick, Howard could be the odd man out if the Steelers keep only three quarterbacks on the roster.

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PositiveNewsJul 28, 2026SleeperNFL

Mason Rudolph will get second team reps at training camp, per HC Mike McCarthy. Will Howard + Drew Allar will split third team reps.

Mason Rudolph will get second team reps at training camp, per HC Mike McCarthy. Will Howard + Drew Allar will split third team reps.

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