How soon will Aaron Rodgers, Steelers determine their 2026 plans? Mike McCarthy, Art Rooney II give updates
People around the NFL widely believe the Steelers expect, though are not certain, that Rodgers will return to Pittsburgh. How are his potential head coach and team owner approaching it?
PHOENIX — As NFL Draft month arrives, the franchise hosting this year’s draft finds itself in the same place it did a year ago: without a firm answer at quarterback. Four-time MVP Aaron Rodgers joined the Pittsburgh Steelers last June on a one-year contract. The Steelers have yet to sign him, or any new quarterback, for the 2026 NFL season.
Veteran backup Mason Rudolph and 2026 sixth-round draft selection Will Howard are under contract with Steelers. But people around the league widely believe the Steelers expect, though are not certain, that Rodgers will return. Team owner Art Rooney II was asked Tuesday whether he expects Rodgers to decide by the draft.
“I would say by the draft, I expect an answer yep,” Rooney said from the league’s annual meeting. “I have not talked to him. Coach [Mike McCarthy] has been in contact with him pretty regularly.
“I think a decision’s probably coming soon. ” Hello from annual meetings, where Mike McCarthy says Steelers conversations with QB Aaron Rodgers on his future are “very positive. ” “We talk regularly...
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