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Stock up, stock down after Steelers’ preseason loss to Jets: Mason Rudolph looks good by comparison

The Pittsburgh Steelers' preseason loss to the Jets has shifted the team's quarterback dynamics.

By · Published August 23, 2026  02:27 UTC · Updated August 25, 2026  03:43 UTC

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  • Velocity & Diffusion: Coverage exploded across 4 distinct news outlets with 7 published articles, achieving a live velocity of 4.
  • Primary Driver: The Pittsburgh Steelers' preseason loss to the Jets has shifted the team's quarterback dynamics.
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The Pittsburgh Steelers lost their preseason game to the New York Jets. The New York Times noted that the Steelers' backup quarterback race was settled in favor of Mason Rudolph, who did not play.

NBC Sports later stated that the Steelers will keep both Will Howard and Drew Allar on the 53-player roster. This contradicts the earlier implication that Rudolph had secured the backup role.

The Steelers have not yet announced their final roster decisions.

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Questions people are asking

Who won the Steelers' preseason game against the Jets?

The New York Jets won the game.

Who is the backup quarterback for the Steelers?

The backup quarterback position is not yet definitively settled. Mason Rudolph appears to have the edge, but both Will Howard and Drew Allar will be kept on the roster.

What was notable about the Bills' preseason game?

The Buffalo Bills won their preseason game against the Cleveland Browns. Jam Miller had a 20-yard gain for the New England Patriots. Te'Cory Couch intercepted a pass from Deshaun Watson.

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