Overview
- On Wednesday former Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger said he was “incredibly nervous” after watching a clip of Allar doing three-step drops, a comment that amplified national scrutiny of the rookie's early work.
- Steelers coach Mike McCarthy and QB coach Tom Arth have been rebuilding Allar’s footwork and under‑center fundamentals from the ground up, using slow, exaggerated drills that went viral and were later explained as deliberate teaching tools.
- Aaron Rodgers signed to return as the 2026 starter, which makes it unlikely Allar will see meaningful regular‑season snaps this year and gives the team a full season to develop his technique.
- National analysts cited concerns about Allar’s footwork, accuracy and instincts while local coverage urged concentrating development resources on a single young quarterback rather than spreading attention across multiple prospects.
- The coaching overhaul raises a clear next step for the Steelers: decide this summer how they will allocate reps and roster spots to maximize Allar’s long‑term growth and protect the team’s short‑term plans under Rodgers.