Pittsburgh Steelers activate QB Will Howard to active roster

Steelers reinstate quarterback from injured reserve

Will Howard had returned to practice on Oct. 23, meaning the team had to reinstate him from injured reserve this week, or he would be forced to spend the entire season on the IR list.

Pittsburgh Steelers activate QB Will Howard to active roster

The Pittsburgh Steelers moved quarterback Will Howard to their active roster before battling the Cincinnati Bengals, they announced Wednesday.

Steelers Activate QB Will Howard as Third Quarterback for 2025

Will Howard, now officially on the Steelers' 53-man roster, steps into the role of third quarterback following his activation from the Reserve/Injured List. Initially not expected to play this season, Howard’s return facilitates his development on the practice field. His journey began with the Steelers drafting him in the sixth round of the 2025 NFL Draft, and now he has the chance to prove himself after previously being sidelined. The franchise…

Steelers promote rookie quarterback after Aaron Rodgers struggles

The Pittsburgh Steelers have been stuck in a perpetual cycle of mediocrity for years. Last season, Pittsburgh looked to veteran quarterback and former Super Bowl champion Russell Wilson to turn the franchise back into a title contender, and while he got off to a hot start, the Steelers collapsed over the second half of the season. This year, the Steelers are rolling with four-time MVP Aaron Rodgers as their signal caller. Unfortunately, this sea…