Overview

• Rookie quarterback Skylar Thompson rallied the Steelers in the second half, throwing three touchdown passes to engineer a 31-25 comeback victory over the Jaguars.
• Veteran Mason Rudolph set the tone early by completing 9 of 10 passes for 84 yards and a touchdown on Pittsburgh’s opening drive.
• The offensive line provided stout pass protection for both quarterbacks, but the rushing attack managed just 2.6 yards per carry.
• Depth receivers Ke’Shawn Williams, Max Hurleman and Roman Wilson combined for multiple receptions and touchdowns while making strong cases for roster spots.
• Pittsburgh now shifts its focus to joint practices and remaining exhibition matchups to assess backups and finalize its 53-man roster.