Aaron Rodgers awaits recovery of rookie tackle Max Iheanachor with Steelers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 7:06 PM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
Aaron Rodgers has returned to the Pittsburgh Steelers for another NFL season, where he is expected to utilize improved offensively protected by rookies. Offensive tackle Max Iheanachor, however, is currently sidelined with an upper-body injury sustained during training camp. Despite showing potential prior to his injury, missing two weeks may hinder Iheanachor's chances of starting in Week 1. The Steelers showed confidence in him as their first-round pick, and team hopes rest on his recovery.
- •Rodgers is back with the Steelers for the new season.
- •Max Iheanachor is dealing with an upper-body injury.
- •Iheanachor's injury could affect his starting position.
- •He was a first-round pick for Pittsburgh, highlighting team confidence.
- •Iheanachor showed promise in training camp before injury.
- 7:06 PMYahoo Sports — Aaron Rodgers may have to wait on promising Steelers rookie
"The Pittsburgh Steelers may have to pause on this rookie.
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