Aaron Rodgers critiques Roman Wilson after training camp interception
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 4, 2026, 10:30 AM
Last updated Sep 4, 2026
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers publicly criticized wide receiver Roman Wilson during training camp after an interception by Asante Samuel Jr. Rodgers identified a recurring error regarding Wilson's route execution, marking the second time the player committed the same mistake during practice. While Rodgers maintained professional support for Wilson's character, the public exchange triggered vocal criticism from fans calling for rookie Germie Bernard to receive a larger role. The organization enters the season with Rodgers as a short-term quarterback solution alongside backup options Drew Allar and Will Howard. Pittsburgh prepares to face the Atlanta Falcons in Week 1, with the internal wide receiver competition remaining a point of public scrutiny.
- •Aaron Rodgers publicly corrected Roman Wilson for a repeat route mistake in training camp.
- •Asante Samuel Jr. intercepted a pass intended for Wilson during the practice session.
- •Steelers fans on social media have advocated for rookie Germie Bernard to replace Wilson.
- •Rodgers remains the primary quarterback for the Steelers heading into the Week 1 game against the Atlanta Falcons.
- 10:30 AMYahoo Sports — Mike Tomlin breaks his silence over Aaron Rodgers’ viral comments on Steelers WR
- 1:52 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Sick of Roman Wilson,’ ‘Start Germie Bernard’ — NFL Fans Slam Steelers WR After Aaron Rodgers’ Stern Callout
"Mike Tomlin has broken his silence on Aaron Rodgers’ comments on Roman Wilson’s ‘repeat mistake’ that has sparked some controversy among fans. The Pittsburgh Steelers’ quarterback is heading into his final-ever season in the NFL, which he will want to end on a high.
"Aaron Rodgers is entering his last season in the NFL and clearly wants to make it a productive one. Mistakes aren’t tolerated by Rodgers, especially in his last ride.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 4, 2026, 10:30 AMMike Tomlin breaks his silence over Aaron Rodgers’ viral comments on Steelers WR
Mike Tomlin has broken his silence on Aaron Rodgers’ comments on Roman Wilson’s ‘repeat mistake’ that has sparked some controversy among fans. The Pittsburgh Steelers’ quarterback is heading into his final-ever season in the NFL, which he will want to end on a high.
- Yahoo SportsSep 3, 2026, 1:52 AM‘Sick of Roman Wilson,’ ‘Start Germie Bernard’ — NFL Fans Slam Steelers WR After Aaron Rodgers’ Stern Callout
Aaron Rodgers is entering his last season in the NFL and clearly wants to make it a productive one. Mistakes aren’t tolerated by Rodgers, especially in his last ride.
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