Steelers' Fresh Prospect: Will Howard, the Potential Future Face-off with Aaron Rodgers?
Steelers' quarterback Ben Roethlisberger offers insights on Will Howard's potential fit within the team
With the drafting of Will Howard in the sixth round, the Pittsburgh Steelers might have found the quarterback their franchise has been seeking. This move certainly piqued the interest of veteran quarterback Ben Roethlisberger.
Size-wise, Howard, standing at 6'4 and weighing 235 pounds, isn't far off from Roethlisberger's towering 6'5, 240-pound build. Intriguingly, Roethlisberger voiced his admiration for the pick.
"I like this pick," Roethlisberger shared. "It's not going to be a day one starter, probably Mason unless Aaron comes in. I wonder—what does this do to the Aaron Rodgers watch?" he questioned further.
Howard's Remarkable Resurgence
Howard's journey offers an inspirational tale for Steelers' fans. A standout at Kansas State, he transferred and led his team to a national championship. The road was far from easy. Facing adversity, Howard overcame setbacks, demonstrating an unyielding resilience that mirrors the Steelers' spirit.
In a nail-biting game against Oregon, Howard almost missed the chance to redeem himself when they lost with eight seconds remaining and no timeouts left. Luckily, Ohio State's loss to Michigan spared them from elimination. Howard had another opportunity to salvage the season during the College Football Playoff, and they grabbed it by beating Notre Dame to clinch the title.
Pittsburgh's Chance at a New Era
Should Aaron Rodgers still be uncertain about joining the Steelers, Howard has a fantastic opportunity to learn from the pros. Under the tutelage of Mike Tomlin, Howard could thrive. Yet, the question lingers: who will take the reins as the team's starting quarterback? Will Aaron Rodgers sign with Pittsburgh, or will Mason Rudolph hold onto his position?
While Rodgers appears to be the Steelers' top choice, it's uncertain if Howard will be thrown into a starting role immediately. The decision hinges on Rodgers' final move, which could be announced soon. In the meantime, Howard will continue to develop, prepared to step up when the time comes.
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- The Pittsburgh Steelers, with the drafting of Will Howard in the sixth round, may have found a quarterback that could potentially replace their veteran quarterback, Ben Roethlisberger.
- Standing at 6'4 and weighing 235 pounds, Howard bears a remarkable resemblance in size to Roethlisberger, who stands at 6'5 and weighs 240 pounds.
- Roethlisberger expressed admiration for the pick and questioned how it could affect the ongoing speculation about the potential signing of Aaron Rodgers.
- Howard's journey, marked by adversity and eventual triumph, offers a captivating tale of resilience that mirrors the spirit of the Steelers, as evidenced by his achievements at Kansas State when he led his team to a national championship.
- If Aaron Rodgers remains undecided about joining the Steelers, Howard stands a chance to learn from the veterans under the guidance of Mike Tomlin.
- The Steelers are poised at the brink of a new era, with the question arising about who will take up the role as the team's starting quarterback - will it be Aaron Rodgers, or will Mason Rudolph continue to hold the position, as Howard prepares himself for his time to step up.
