Steelers open minicamp without Aaron Rodgers indicating he'll sign, decision not expected before NFL Draft
Rodgers has not yet informed the Steelers about his future and might not get a decision until June.
The Pittsburgh Steelers open a three-day minicamp on Monday under new head coach Mike McCarthy and will do so without any indication from quarterback Aaron Rodgers regarding his status for this season. Rodgers has not informed the Steelers on whether he intends to play for them in 2026, and thus sign a new contract, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero . And that status isn’t likely to change before the NFL Draft, which begins on Thursday.
As a result, Will Howard will get the starter’s work at quarterback. Mason Rudolph is the only other QB currently under contract with the Steelers. The #Steelers have not received word from Aaron Rodgers on his future and there is no expectation of a final decision prior to the NFL Draft, per me and @TomPelissero .
When minicamp begins today under new coach Mike McCarthy, Will Howard will be QB1. pic. twitter.
com/niphLVfT3w — Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) April 20, 2026 This week’s minicamp is considered voluntary and will consist of working on plays through walkthroughs, rather than team drills, 7-on-7 or 11-on-11 play. The three-day camp will also include individual and group instructions, in addition to some drills. However, offense facing defense in drills is not permitted at this stage of the offseason, per the NFL’s collective bargaining agreement.