Steelers' Will Howard Fractures Throwing Hand in Camp

Pittsburgh Steelers rookie quarterback Will Howard suffered a fractured small bone in his throwing hand during a training camp practice and is expected to miss at least three weeks, though surgery is likely unnecessary. The injury occurred during a center-quarterback exchange, and Howard left the field on a cart, signaling a thumbs up. Howard, a sixth-round pick out of Ohio State who led the Buckeyes to a national title last season, had been vying for the third-string quarterback spot behind Aaron Rodgers and Mason Rudolph. Skylar Thompson replaced Howard in practice and will now likely see increased reps, especially with Howard set to miss the preseason opener against the Jacksonville Jaguars. The Steelers have not announced if they plan to bring in another quarterback during Howard's recovery. Coaches have praised Howard's intelligence and pocket presence despite his absence.