Steelers' Drew Allar Feels 'Huge Confidence Boost' After Preseason Debut

Rookie quarterback Drew Allar led the Pittsburgh Steelers to three touchdowns in as many drives during his first preseason game.

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Drew Allar is looking like the future of the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Steelers QB Picture Not So Clear After Preseason Opener  Sports Illustrated

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

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