Steelers HC Mike McCarthy "Really Excited" About Young QB Will Howard

New Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike McCarthy has expressed strong enthusiasm for working with young quarterback Will Howard, who is being considered among the team's options for the 2026 season. McCarthy stated he's "really excited about Will Howard," believing he "really came on at Ohio State," and is anxious to work with him. Howard and Mason Rudolph are currently the only quarterbacks under contract for the Steelers in 2026.