Overview

• Thompson completed 73.2% of his preseason throws for 498 yards with four touchdowns and one interception, including an 11-of-13, 152-yard, one-TD finale.
• Former Steelers Ramon Foster and Charlie Batch said Thompson earned consideration for the No. 2 role behind Rodgers based on his preseason tape.
• Rudolph posted 166 passing yards with two touchdowns and two interceptions in the preseason, as some beat voices cite his experience and coach trust while pushing back on a Thompson promotion.
• Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reporter Gerry Dulac forecasted Will Howard to start on injured reserve due to a fractured hand, and PennLive’s 53-man projection listed Rodgers, Rudolph and Thompson with Howard to IR.
• Analyses outline multiple paths before the Aug. 26 cutdown, including keeping three quarterbacks, stashing Howard on IR, or exploring a Thompson trade or waivers.