Mason Rudolph was drafted to be Ben Roethlisberger’s eventual heir. And if he keeps practicing the way he has, he may quickly move up the pecking order. Most assumed he would begin his career as the #3 but after a reportedly strong spring, at least one Steelers’ beat writer thinks he could challenge for Landry Jones’ backup spot. That’s what Ed Bouchette wrote this afternoon for the PPG.
In part, Bouchette said:
“Quarterback Mason Rudolph lived up to their expectations and then some. He has performed better as a rookie than any other quarterback they’ve drafted since Ben Roethlisberger, and they think he can compete in training camp to become his backup.