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Last updated: May 17, 2026, 8:59 AM ET

Quarterback Carousel

Analyzed roster shifts reveal Steelers head coach Mike McCarthy has expanded his usual trio of quarterbacks to a four‑man depth chart, inserting a veteran as the odd‑man‑out after Aaron Rodgers’ return sparks speculation about his role. The move follows a season‑ending assessment that the 2025 offense “didn’t work,” prompting coaches to hedge against Rodgers’ uncertain production. Projected impact on scheme suggests Pittsburgh may revert to a run‑heavy approach, echoing the 2024 ground game that succeeded before the quarterback turnover.

Rookie Kicker Spotlight

Highlighted draft anomaly notes Trey Smack, the sole kicker taken in the 2026 draft, abandoned a lacrosse scholarship after a single football kick to join the NFL, underscoring the rarity of specialists being selected early and the potential value teams see in securing a reliable field‑goal unit.