Steelers QB ages: How Aaron Rodgers was setting records at Cal when Drew Allar was born
The Pittsburgh Steelers' quarterback room for 2026 features a significant age contrast among its players. Aaron Rodgers, at 42, is set to be the oldest player in the NFL, while younger quarterbacks Will Howard and Drew Allar represent the team's future. This unique dynamic highlights the generational differences in the team's approach to the quarterback position.
- ▪Aaron Rodgers is entering his 22nd NFL season and will be 43 years old by December 2026.
- ▪Mason Rudolph, the likely starter if Rodgers retires, is 30 years old.
- ▪Will Howard is 24 years old and entering his second NFL season, while Drew Allar is a 22-year-old rookie.
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| Publication time | Sun, 17 May 2026 01:13:34 +0000 |
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