Practice injury leaves Steelers' new quarterback, Will Howard, with a wounded throwing hand
Pittsburgh Steelers Rookie Quarterback Will Howard Sustains Finger Injury
In a development that could potentially impact the Steelers' quarterback competition, rookie quarterback Will Howard sustained a finger injury on his right (throwing) hand during practice on Tuesday.
The injury occurred during a routine practice session, and details about its severity and potential impact on Howard's competition with Mason Rudolph and Skylar Thompson for the backup quarterback position are yet to be disclosed. However, as Howard gave a thumbs up as he left the practice field, it might suggest that the injury might not be serious.
Will Howard, drafted by the Steelers in the sixth round of April's NFL draft, has a impressive career statistics to his name. Across his five-season career, he has accumulated a total of 9,796 yards, 83 touchdowns, and 35 interceptions. In his last 16 games, he has shown consistent form with 4,010 yards, 35 touchdowns, and just 10 interceptions.
Howard's college career was equally impressive. He played for Kansas State University for four seasons and Ohio State University for one season. His yardage, touchdowns, and interceptions at Kansas State and Ohio State combined are 9,796 yards, 83 touchdowns, and 35 interceptions. His career statistics at Kansas State and Ohio State are 5,786 yards, 43 touchdowns, and 15 interceptions at Kansas State and 4,010 yards, 35 touchdowns, and 10 interceptions at Ohio State.
During his lone season at Ohio State, Howard led the Buckeyes to a national championship. He threw for an impressive 4,010 yards, 35 touchdowns, and 10 interceptions. Prior to that, during his time at Kansas State, he threw for a total of 5,786 yards, 43 touchdowns, and 15 interceptions.
Howard is now aiming to secure a backup quarterback spot behind Aaron Rodgers in the Pittsburgh Steelers. The competition for this position is fierce, with Howard going head-to-head with Mason Rudolph and Skylar Thompson.
As of now, the extent of Howard's injury and its impact on the quarterback competition remains unclear. Further updates are expected to provide more insight into the situation.
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