Overview

• Will Howard, drafted 185th overall by the Steelers, was selected over 80 spots below his consensus ranking, fueling his underdog narrative.
• Howard celebrated his selection with a viral pool dive alongside family and has since started working on play installs with Steelers quarterbacks coach Tom Arth.
• The Steelers are keeping their quarterback depth chart flexible, awaiting Aaron Rodgers' decision or evaluating the financial feasibility of acquiring Kirk Cousins.
• Howard, who led Ohio State to a national championship with 4,010 yards and 35 touchdowns, now faces a transition to a less talent-rich environment in Pittsburgh.
• Former Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger has taken on a mentorship role, reflecting Pittsburgh’s emphasis on developing quarterbacks.