Aaron Rodgers criticizes ESPN over coverage of Dianna Russini

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers recently criticized ESPN for its handling of reports involving reporter Dianna Russini and New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel. During an appearance on the Not Just Football show hosted by Cam Heyward, Rodgers called the network a gutless organization for allegedly avoiding the topic while providing extensive coverage of other news, such as the legal situation involving San Francisco 49ers owner Jed York. Rodgers questioned why ESPN would focus on certain controversies while ignoring a story involving a reporter who held voting privileges for league awards like MVP and Coach of the Year. This commentary comes as Rodgers prepares for his upcoming 2026 NFL season with the Steelers. Pittsburgh is scheduled to open its campaign against the Atlanta Falcons this Sunday following a Wild Card round loss to the Houston Texans last season.

• 3:20 PMYahoo Sports — Steelers’ Aaron Rodgers rips ‘gutless’ ESPN over Dianna Russini coverage