In Steelers' impressive preseason opener, Drew Allar's 3-TD night shone brightest

Takeaways from the Steelers' Thursday-night victory over the Packers.

Rookie Drew Allar starred in Mike McCarthy's first game as Pittsburgh Steelers head coach, throwing two touchdown passes and running for another in a 28-9 preseason win over the Green Bay Packers.

Rookies Drew Allar, Will Howard 'very poised' in Steelers' win  ESPN

Allar scored three touchdowns in three series of work Aug 13, 2026 at 11:19 pm ET • 2 min read Getty Images Drew Allar's impressive start to training camp created high expectations for his NFL debut against the Green Bay Packers. Allar not only met those expectations but exceeded them while helping the Steelers record

Between Allar's 3 total touchdowns and a solid outing from Kaden Wetjen, it was a good night for Pittsburgh's rookies.

Drew Allar's final college season ended on a sour note, as he missed the second half of the 2025 season with an injury, but he returned to action on Thursday in the NFL.The former Penn State quarterback made his first appearance with the Pittsburgh Steelers as they hosted the Green Bay Packers in their first preseason

Rookie Drew Allar has 2 TD passes, 1 TD run as Steelers beat Packers 28-9 in preseason opener  Toronto Star

Rookie Drew Allar threw two touchdown passes and ran for another score as the Pittsburgh Steelers dropped the Green Bay Packers 28-9 in the preseason opener for both teams

Matt LaFleur reveals Jordan Love's status for Green Bay's preseason opener as the Packers face Aaron Rodgers and the Steelers.

Aaron Rodgers keeps getting rid of his New York past years after leaving it behind  MARCA