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Steelers Face QB Roster Crunch After Skylar Thompson’s Standout Preseason

The preseason finale elevated Thompson’s case as Pittsburgh weighs how to set its depth behind Aaron Rodgers before Tuesday’s roster deadline.

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JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA - AUGUST 09: Skylar Thompson #17 of the Pittsburgh Steelers hands the ball off to Kaleb Johnson #20 in the first half during the NFL Preseason 2025 game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Jacksonville Jaguars at EverBank Stadium on August 09, 2025 in Jacksonville, Florida.
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Overview

  • Skylar Thompson capped a strong August by going 11-of-13 for 152 yards and a touchdown vs. the Panthers, finishing the preseason with 346 yards, three TDs and one interception.
  • Rookie Will Howard remains sidelined with a broken hand, and Steelers insider Ray Fittipado projects Pittsburgh will place him on injured reserve to preserve a roster spot for Thompson.
  • Other projections suggest Thompson could be dealt for a draft pick, and media have floated external QB options such as Anthony Richardson or Eagles backup Tanner McKee, which are speculative at this stage.
  • Mason Rudolph is positioned as Aaron Rodgers’ primary backup, while Rodgers sat out the entire preseason with Mike Tomlin expressing confidence in his readiness and lauding his arm and leadership.
  • The final 53-man decisions are due Aug. 27, forcing the Steelers to balance short-term competitiveness with longer-term quarterback planning beyond Rodgers’ one-year deal.