PHILADELPHIA — Dwayne Haskins continued his push for the backup quarterback spot. He threw for 161 yards and a touchdown to lead the Pittsburgh Steelers to a 24-16 win over the Philadelphia Eagles.
Ben Roethlisberger sat out Pittsburgh’s second preseason game.
Mason Rudolph has been the team’s backup for the past three seasons and just may keep that job. Haskins is making a run at the backup spot.
Jalen Hurts played two series for the Eagles and was a modest 3 of 7 for 54 yards.
Eagles coach Nick Sirianni made his debut on the sideline. He replaced the fired Doug Pederson.
The Eagles will host the New England Patriots on Thurs., Aug. 19 at 7:30 p.m.
The Steelers will head home to host the Detroit Lions on Sat., Aug. 21 at 7:30 p.m.
