Steelers rookie QB Drew Allar dazzles in preseason debut after disappointing NCAA career

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

The rookie quarterback had a harsh assessment of his play on Thursday night.

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.

Mendoza's first professional start featured a lot more good than bad. Here's everything you need to know about the rookie's day vs. Arizona.

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

Six Week 1 NFL Preseason Storylines To Watch That Aren’t Fernando Mendoza  Sports Illustrated

Some college coaches don't think quarterback Josh Hoover can make the leap Fernando Mendoza did at Indiana.

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