Availability
Aaron Rodgers will not play against the Jets in Week 2 of the preseason.
Fantasy Impact
Rodgers has rarely played in the preseason over the past decade, and that trend may continue as he enters his age-42 season as the Steelers’ QB1.
Steelers coach Mike McCarthy said he wants to see Aaron Rodgers play in the preseason, but no decision has been made yet.
Fantasy Impact
McCarthy reportedly asked Rodgers to play in the team's first two preseason matchups. Rodgers said in an interview he didn't want to play, but he would if McCarthy wants it.
Steelers coach Mike McCarthy said Aaron Rodgers will have his reps limited this week.
Fantasy Impact
McCarthy added that means Rodgers will get 40-50 percent of the reps this week. The rest will be distributed among Mason Rudolph, Will Howard and Drew Allar.
Aaron Rodgers told reporters “zero debate” this is his last year.
Fantasy Impact
Rodgers made the same statement back in May. This will be the last ride for him after a long, historic career as he plays one more season with Mike McCarthy.
Aaron Rodgers told reporters that 2026 will be his final season.
Fantasy Impact
“Yes. This is it." Rodgers recently returned to Pittsburgh on a one-year contract. He told reporters he thought he was done after Mike Tomlin walked away, but the hiring of Mike McCarthy eventually changed his mind. He'll get one more season in before he walks away from football.