Drew Allar rookie contract signed with the Steelers

Drew Allar rookie contract signed ahead of training camp

The Pittsburgh Steelers signed quarterback Drew Allar to his four-year rookie contract, Adam Schefter reported. Allar, selected 76th overall in the 2026 NFL Draft out of Penn State, was the last member of Pittsburgh's draft class to sign.

Why did the signing take this long?

The Steelers were waiting on the Arizona Cardinals to sign Carson Beck first. Beck, a fellow third-round quarterback, was drafted 11 spots ahead of Allar at 65th overall, so his contract set the market. Once Beck signed, Pittsburgh had the number it needed.

Timing also mattered for practical reasons. Players must be under contract to participate in training camp. Without a signed deal, Allar could not have practiced at Saint Vincent College when camp opens July 29.

Where Allar fits in Pittsburgh's QB room

Aaron Rodgers is back as QB1. Will Howard, a sixth-round pick from 2025 who had positioned himself as the heir apparent if Rodgers left, is QB2. Mason Rudolph is the veteran backup. Allar is QB4.

Allar completed 633 passes for 7,402 yards and 61 touchdowns across 45 games at Penn State, with 35 starts. An ankle injury shortened his final college season and contributed to his third-round grade, even though he was the fourth quarterback taken in this class.

Redraft vs. dynasty fantasy value

Redraft leagues: skip him entirely. Allar is buried on the depth chart and will not see meaningful regular-season action in 2026.

Dynasty leagues: he is worth a late-round stash. Allar is 22 years old, has legitimate starting upside, and sits behind a 42-year-old Rodgers. If Rodgers moves on after 2026, Allar and Howard compete for the starting job. His lack of a rushing element limits his fantasy ceiling, but arm talent and college production make him a viable add for patient managers who can wait on the timeline.