A return of our Summer Scouting Series here at Steelers Depot. We highlight 2026 NFL Draft hopefuls who are generating buzz prior to the start of the 2025 CFB season at positions that the Pittsburgh Steelers may have interest in several months from now once the pre-draft process gets underway.
DREW ALLAR, QB, PENN STATE (SENIOR) — 6-5, 235 POUNDS
THE GOOD
— Has the height, size, and frame of a starting NFL quarterback
— Possesses impressive arm talent and zip on the ball
— Effortlessly completes deep passes, dropping them into the bucket
— Has the arm strength to fit the ball into tight windows
— Has shown the ability to go through his reads across the field
— Can make off-platform throws at various arm angles
— Capable scrambler from the pocket with good athleticism
— Size makes him a handful for opposing defenders to bring down
— Has a 23-6 record as a starting quarterback
— Displays leadership both on and off the field
— Has the character and makeup you want leading a franchise
THE BAD
— Doesn’t possess rare speed or explosiveness at the position
— Mental processing can be quicker when going through his progressions
— Footwork can get sloppy in the pocket
— Will underthrow passes due to poor base
— Prone to taking chances and putting the ball in risky spots
— Senior from Medina, Ohio
— Born March 8, 2004 (age 21)
— Grew up a huge Buckeyes and Browns fan
— Father, Kevin, played tight end at Eastern Michigan from 1992-97
— Four-star recruit, according to Rivals
—Named Ohio’s Mr.