MASON RUDOLPH NEWS

Expected to enter third among QBs Head coach Mike Tomlin said Rudolph is set to close out Saturday's preseason exhibition against the Jaguars behind Mitch Trubisky and Kenny Pickett, Brooke Pryor of ESPN reports.

Impact In last week's preseason opener against the Seahawks, Rudolph completed nine-of-15 passes for 93 yards and one score while working behind Trubisky. The 2018 third-rounder is in line to play behind Pickett (a 2022 first-round pick) for the team's upcoming contest against the Jaguars on Saturday, after Rudolph mainly worked with Pittsburgh's third-team offense throughout practice this week, per Mark Kaboly of The Athletic. With reference to Saturday's QB pecking order, head coach Mike Tomlin communicated that he wants Pickett to experience "more varsity action," while Rudolph is a player the coaching staff has familiarity with. Regardless, it seems like Trubisky is the presumed starter while the immediate backup job is still up in the air.

AUGUST 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Steelers QB Pickett to get more snaps in 2nd preseason game

Mike Tomlin wants to see what Kenny Pickett can do against better competition

AUGUST 18, 2022 • Associated Press

Mason Rudolph Addresses Lions Trade Rumors The Detroit Lions are rumored to be very interested in the Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback.

AUGUST 18, 2022 • KANSASCITY.COM

Soon, Steelers fans won't have Mason Rudolph to kick around anymore Steelers’ fans, instead of booing, should be welcoming Mason Rudolph’s stay in Pittsburgh for at least this season. Here’s why.

AUGUST 18, 2022 • PENNLIVE.COM

Should Steelers start rookie QB Kenny Pickett in Week 1?

Kenny Pickett has several advantages over other rookie QBs, which is why the Steelers should start him now, Colin Cowherd explains.

AUGUST 17, 2022 • FOX SPORTS

Trade talk swirls around Mason Rudolph as Kenny Pickett shines for Steelers One day soon, Steelers Nation won’t have Mason Rudolph to kick around anymore. Will they regret it?

AUGUST 17, 2022 • PENNLIVE.COM

Joe Starkey: Time for Steelers to end Mason Rudolph charade We can stop pretending now. At least I hope we can. For all I know, Mike Tomlin will elevate Mason Rudolph back to the second team Wednesday...

AUGUST 17, 2022 • POST-GAZETTE.COM

Report: Lions Interested in Steelers QB Mason Rudolph The Pittsburgh Steelers could have a trade done by the end of the week.

AUGUST 16, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Works mainly with third-stringers Rudolph worked primarily with the Steelers' third-team offense during Monday's practice, Mark Kaboly of The Athletic reports.

Impact Rudolph appeared to be the No. 2 option at quarterback over the first few weeks of training camp and was the second quarterback to take the field during Saturday's preseason opener against Seattle. All three of Pittsburgh's signal-callers played well Saturday, including Rudolph, who completed nine of 15 pass attempts for 93 yards, a touchdown and no interceptions. However, rookie Kenny Pickett drew most of the snaps with the second-team offense at practice Monday. The team's coaching staff said that Pickett's advancement Monday was pre-planned rather than resulting from his play Saturday. Mitch Trubisky seems to be the frontrunner for the starting job under center, and it's safe to wonder whether Rudolph will be able to keep pace for the No. 2 job -- or a spot on the 53-man roster -- if Pickett and Trubisky continue to perform.

AUGUST 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Promising Pickens dazzles in preseason opener with Steelers

George Pickens has been the talk of Pittsburgh Steelers training camp, as he has turned heads with his big-play ability through three weeks of workouts at St. Vincent College

AUGUST 15, 2022 • Associated Press

Should Steelers start Kenny Pickett over Mitchell Trubisky?

Colin Cowherd argues that the Pittsburgh Steelers should give rookie quarterback Kenny Pickett the starting nod.

AUGUST 15, 2022 • FOX SPORTS

Rumor: Steelers QB Mason Rudolph Could Be Traded to Lions Could the Detroit Lions make a trade for a backup quarterback?

AUGUST 15, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Kenny Pickett stars in debut, leads Steelers to preseason win

Rookie Kenny Pickett threw a 24-yard touchdown with three seconds to play in the Steelers' 32-25 victory over the Seahawks.

AUGUST 14, 2022 • FOX SPORTS

Throws for 93 yards in win Rudolph completed nine of 15 pass attempts for 93 yards and a touchdown during the Steelers' 32-25 preseason win over the Seahawks on Saturday.

Impact Rudolph was the second Steelers quarterback to enter Saturday's preseason opener, and he connected with rookie receiver George Pickens for a 26-yard touchdown in the corner of the end zone late in the first quarter. Rudolph has had some reps with the first-team offense over the first few weeks of training camp, but Mitch Trubisky has looked like the frontrunner for the starting job under center. However, Rudolph certainly didn't hurt his case with his efficient performance against Seattle.

AUGUST 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Pickett's game-winning drive helps Steelers beat Seahawks

Kenny Pickett threw a 24-yard touchdown pass to Tyler Vaughns with 3 seconds to play and the Pittsburgh Steelers beat the Seattle Seahawks 32-25 on Saturday

AUGUST 14, 2022 • Associated Press

Boye Mafe's Strip-Sack On Mason Rudolph Nearly Results In Takeaway Seattle LB Boye Mafe's strip-sack on Steelers QB Mason Rudolph nearly results in a Seahawks takeaway in Saturday's preseason game.

AUGUST 14, 2022 • SEAHAWKS.COM

Boye Mafe's strip-sack on Mason Rudolph nearly results in Seahawks takeaway Seattle Seahawks defensive end Boye Mafe's strip-sack on Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Mason Rudolph nearly results in a Seahawks takeaway...

AUGUST 14, 2022 • NFL.COM

Seahawks Highlights: Rookie OLB Boye Mafe strip sacks Mason Rudolph Watch rookie outside linebacker Boye Mafe get to Steelers QB Mason Rudolph for a strip sack.

AUGUST 13, 2022 • USATODAY.COM

Mitch Trubisky to start at QB in Steelers' preseason opener

Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin announced Mitch Trubisky as the starting quarterback Thursday for the team’s preseason opener Saturday at home against Seattle

AUGUST 11, 2022 • Associated Press

Are Steelers destined to miss playoffs with Trubisky starting?

The Steelers' QB situation doesn't bode well for their chances in the AFC North, according to Colin Cowherd. Here's why.

AUGUST 11, 2022 • FOX SPORTS

Tomlin on QB Battle: 'They're Making It Difficult for Us' Mitch Trubisky, Mason Rudolph and rookie Kenny Pickett continue to vie for the job.

AUGUST 10, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Sanders ready to lead Oklahoma State to new heights

Spencer Sanders enters his fourth year as the starting quarterback at Oklahoma State, and he’s happy right where he is

AUGUST 6, 2022 • Associated Press

NFL quarterback competition tracker: Who's No. 1 in camp?

Stay up to date with the ongoing quarterback competitions in Pittsburgh, Carolina and beyond.

AUGUST 6, 2022 • FOX SPORTS

Steelers, WR Diontae Johnson agree to 3-year deal

Diontae Johnson’s hold-in paid off

AUGUST 4, 2022 • Associated Press