Pittsburgh Steelers President Art Rooney II Rules Out First-Round Quarterback Draft
Art Rooney confirms Steelers not drafting quarterback in first round
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Pittsburgh Steelers president Art Rooney II confirmed that the team will not select a quarterback in the first round of the upcoming 2026 NFL Draft. With only Mason Rudolph and Will Howard on the roster, Rooney emphasized the team's focus on building talent through their 12 draft picks.
- 01Art Rooney II states Steelers will not draft a quarterback in the first round.
- 02The team currently has two quarterbacks: Mason Rudolph and Will Howard.
- 03Rooney highlights the opportunity to build talent with 12 total draft picks.
- 04Speculation around Aaron Rodgers' decision continues as the draft approaches.
- 05Ty Simpson was previously linked as a potential first-round target.
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As the 2026 NFL Draft approaches, Pittsburgh Steelers president Art Rooney II has confirmed that the team will not be selecting a quarterback in the first round. Despite ongoing speculation regarding Aaron Rodgers' potential return, Rooney stated, “It’s probably not going to be a quarterback.” Currently, the Steelers have two quarterbacks on their roster, Mason Rudolph and Will Howard. Rooney emphasized the importance of their 12 draft picks, suggesting that while they won't draft a quarterback at No. 21, they may still consider one later in the draft. He expressed excitement about the opportunity to enhance the team's talent pool with a variety of interesting players available this year.
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The decision not to draft a quarterback in the first round may influence the team's performance and fan expectations for the upcoming season.
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