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Could the Steelers really carry four quarterbacks? GM Omar Khan weighs in
As the NFL preseason unfolds, general managers across the league face the annual challenge of trimming their rosters to the final 53 players. For Pittsburgh Steelers general manager Omar Khan, those decisions come down to a simple philosophy: assemble the most talented group possible, regardless of traditional positional limits.
When asked about the unconventional possibility of carrying four quarterbacks on the active roster this season, Khan refused to rule it out, according to longtime Steelers reporter Brooke Pryor.
In a post on X from Khan’s press conference, Pryor wrote, "Omar Khan on the possibility of keeping 4 QBs: 'Is it realistic? Is it doable? I mean, sure it is. We'll see ... where we are in 3 weeks. We don't know how things are going to shake out, but obviously we want to keep the top 53 guys that are going to help us win this year.’”
Omar Khan on the possibility of keeping 4 QBs: "Is it realistic? Is it doable? I mean, sure it is. We'll see ... where we are in 3 weeks. We don't know how things are going to shake out, but obviously we want to keep the top 53 guys that are going to help us win this year."
— Brooke Pryor (@bepryor) July 28, 2026 Carrying four quarterbacks on a 53-man roster is a rare move in the modern NFL, where roster spots at high-attrition positions like offensive line, linebacker, and secondary are usually prioritized.
Most teams typically reserve two or three spots for signal-callers, opting to place additional depth on the practice squad. However, rule changes in recent years, such as the emergency third-quarterback rule, have given front offices more flexibility in managing depth under center.
The Steelers are in a unique position with no clear quarterback of the future on their roster. Instead, they have veteran Aaron Rodgers, who is expected to retire after the season, longtime backup Mason Rudolph, 2025 6th round pick Will Howard, and 2026 3 rd round pick Drew Allar .
Khan’s comments emphasize that winning games takes precedence over rigid adherence to standard roster construction. If all four quarterbacks demonstrate value that surpasses players at other positions, the Steelers front office is prepared to make the math work.
With three weeks remaining before final roster cuts, competition across the depth chart remains fierce. Training camp performances and upcoming preseason drives will ultimately determine whether keeping four quarterbacks is a practical necessity or merely a theoretical option. For now, Khan and the Steelers coaching staff are keeping their options entirely open to ensure Pittsburgh fields its strongest possible team come Week 1.
This article originally appeared on Steelers Wire: Could the Steelers really carry four quarterbacks? GM Omar Khan weighs in
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