The Steelers’ quarterback room may be built around experience and youth, but Drew Allar is already getting an education from one of the game’s biggest names. The third-round pick has spent his early months in the NFL absorbing advice from Aaron Rodgers while also working on his own fundamentals.
According to sports.yahoo.com, Allar has been reworking his footwork with help from head coach Mike McCarthy, offensive coordinator Brian Angelichio, and quarterbacks coach Tom Arth. That early development has been paired with a valuable chance to learn from Rodgers during OTAs and mandatory minicamp.
Rodgers’ hands-on approach
Allar said Rodgers has not just been available, but actively involved in his growth. He said Rodgers has pulled him aside during practice to talk through drill work and points to focus on during different reps.
In the film room, Rodgers has also been pushing him to explain what he is seeing and why, a teaching style that has left a clear impression on the young quarterback. Allar described the four-time MVP as one of the best to ever do it and said he is determined not to take the opportunity for granted.
Why Pittsburgh sees real upside
The appeal is obvious for Pittsburgh. The team used a third-round pick on Allar because of the potential he brings, and that ceiling looks even higher when paired with steady technical work and lessons from Rodgers.
With McCarthy’s staff helping refine his mechanics and Rodgers offering veteran insight, Allar’s development path already has more layers than most rookies get this early. The Steelers have a quarterback with room to grow, and they are giving him a veteran-minded environment to do it.
As sports.yahoo.com noted, the combination of coaching and mentorship has positioned Allar as a player worth watching as he continues to learn in Pittsburgh.
