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Steelers Keep Mason Rudolph as Backup Quarterback on Roster

8/20/2026

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The Steelers plan to keep Mason Rudolph on the 53-man roster as a backup quarterback.
Rudolph completed 10 of 11 passes for 93 yards in the preseason opener against the Packers on August 13.
Assistant GM Andy Weidl said the final backup decision will rest with coach Mike McCarthy.
Insider Gerry Dulac expects the Steelers may carry four quarterbacks in 2026 and re-sign Rudolph for 2027.

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The Steelers plan to keep Mason Rudolph on the 53-man roster as a backup quarterback.
Rudolph completed 10 of 11 passes for 93 yards in the preseason opener against the Packers on August 13.
Assistant GM Andy Weidl said the final backup decision will rest with coach Mike McCarthy.
Insider Gerry Dulac expects the Steelers may carry four quarterbacks in 2026 and re-sign Rudolph for 2027.