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Mason Rudolph Jealous of Steelers QB Development, Backs Them

8/20/2026

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Veteran quarterback Mason Rudolph said he is jealous of the Steelers’ quarterback-grooming system and will root for them Friday.
Rudolph enters 2026 as the Steelers’ backup behind Aaron Rodgers, ahead of Will Howard and Drew Allar.
He sat out Friday’s preseason game to give Howard and Allar more reps, saying he holds no grudge.
Coach Mike McCarthy said only Howard and Allar will play Friday against the New York Jets.

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Veteran quarterback Mason Rudolph said he is jealous of the Steelers’ quarterback-grooming system and will root for them Friday.
Rudolph enters 2026 as the Steelers’ backup behind Aaron Rodgers, ahead of Will Howard and Drew Allar.
He sat out Friday’s preseason game to give Howard and Allar more reps, saying he holds no grudge.
Coach Mike McCarthy said only Howard and Allar will play Friday against the New York Jets.