Gameday Primer: Allar, Howard get another chance to shine
New York Jets (0-1) at Pittsburgh Steelers (1-0)When: Friday, Aug. 21 at 7 p.m.Where: Acrisure StadiumWatch: Steelers preseason TV affiliates The Pittsburgh Steelers are back in action on Friday against the New York Jets after defeating the Green Bay Packers in the first preseason game. Three things to watch…Can the young quarterbacks build off of their […]
The Pittsburgh Steelers and New York Jets face off on Friday night at 7 p.m., with the Steelers looking to bounce back after a preseason loss to the Green Bay Packers. Two rookies, Drew Allar and Will Howard, get a second chance to impress.
Will Howard is set to start at quarterback for Pittsburgh, given Aaron Rodgers' unavailability. Ohio State product Howard finished strongly in his first game, completing 7 of 9 passes for 86 yards. He led the Steelers' offense to a touchdown in the first half.
Drew Allar also had a strong showing in his first NFL game. He scored a touchdown during each of his three second-half drives. Will the duo replicate their impressive performances against the Packers, or was it mere luck?
The Steelers have also made some roster changes. Coach Mike McCarthy and offensive line coordinator James Campen have reshuffled the offensive line this offseason. The unit struggled against the Jets, with Troy Fautanu, Spencer Anderson, and Dylan Cook allowing pressures and sacks. The Steelers need to tighten their line before Aaron Rodgers returns to the starting lineup.
Discipline is another area the Steelers must address. They were penalized 11 times for 134 yards against Green Bay, with many penalties occurring on special teams. These mistakes are costly and cannot be repeated in the regular season.
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