Steelers 2026 scouting report: QB Drew Allar

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It’s no secret the Pittsburgh Steelers may need to address the future of their quarterback position in the 2026 NFL Draft, but there aren’t many prospects deserving of being selected on Day 1 or Day 2.

Enter Penn State Nittany Lions quarterback Drew Allar — a high-ceiling, low-risk quarterback who could give the Steelers another potential long-term option to compete with Will Howard.

Here is a look at Allar’s scouting report, which contains his bio, strengths, concerns, stats, and highlights.

Drew Allar, QB, Penn State​

• Height: 6 feet 5 inches
• Weight: 228 pounds
• 40-yard dash: N/A (did not test)
• Projection: Fifth-round

Strengths​

• Massive frame
• Can fit passes into NFL-level windows with ease
• Cannon of an arm
• Fast release
• Capable rusher when he scrambles out of the pocket
• Elite ball security

Concerns​

• Vision has caused him to miss open targets
• Short-pass accuracy
• Inconsistencies in reading coverages
• Throws off weak platform

Stats​

• 2022: 344 passing yards, 4 touchdowns, 0 interceptions, 58.3% completion, 128.5 passer rating
• 2023: 2,631 passing yards, 25 touchdowns, 2 interceptions, 59.9% completion, 136.9 passer rating
• 2024: 3,327 passing yards, 24 touchdowns, 8 interceptions, 66.5% completion, 153.5 passer rating
• 2025: 1,100 passing yards, 8 touchdowns, 3 interceptions, 64.8% completion, 135.7 passer rating

Highlights​

I understand the Drew Allar hype… pic.twitter.com/H04RewL8j6

— NFL Draft Files (@NFL_DF) February 24, 2026

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