Aaron Rodgers identifies Germie Bernard as a reliable Steelers receiving target
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 3, 2026, 3:01 PM
Last updated Sep 3, 2026
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers has publicly endorsed rookie wide receiver Germie Bernard ahead of the upcoming regular season. Rodgers noted the Alabama product’s ability to avoid recurring mental errors and praised his physical toughness after the catch. Christopher Carter, reporting for the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, indicated that the rookie’s quick mental processing combined with his strength makes him a difficult player for defenders to bring down. These attributes suggest that Bernard is positioned to move beyond a depth role and contribute immediately within the offense managed by head coach Mike McCarthy. The team anticipates using Bernard as an additional option to help stretch defenses when opponents focus their coverage on DK Metcalf. Bernard's performance against first-team defenders throughout the preseason has confirmed his readiness for an active role in the team's aerial attack.
- •Aaron Rodgers credited Germie Bernard for his mental discipline and lack of repeat mistakes.
- •The rookie receiver is recognized for his strength and ability to gain yards after the catch.
- •Mike McCarthy and the coaching staff are expected to use Bernard to challenge double coverage on DK Metcalf.
- •Bernard demonstrated his ability to compete against first-team defenders during the preseason.
- 7:43 PMYahoo Sports — Vince Williams Compares Germie Bernard to JuJu Smith-Schuster After Impressive Steelers Rookie Camp
- 3:01 PMYahoo Sports — Aaron Rodgers explains how rookie Germie Bernard earned early trust
"Germie Bernard has already caught Aaron Rodgers’ attention; however, now the rookie is getting a comparison that carries some serious weight in the Pittsburgh Steelers. Former linebacker Vince Williams sees something familiar in Bernard’s game, the same kind of versatility that helped JuJu Smith-Schuster make an immediate impact as a rookie. And that comparison makes […] The post Vince Williams Compares Germie Bernard to JuJu Smith-Schuster After Impressive Steelers Rookie Camp appeared first on
"Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers praised rookie Germie Bernard for avoiding repeat mistakes and executing after the catch.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 3, 2026, 7:43 PMVince Williams Compares Germie Bernard to JuJu Smith-Schuster After Impressive Steelers Rookie Camp
Germie Bernard has already caught Aaron Rodgers’ attention; however, now the rookie is getting a comparison that carries some serious weight in the Pittsburgh Steelers. Former linebacker Vince Williams sees something familiar in Bernard’s game, the same kind of versatility that helped JuJu Smith-Schuster make an immediate impact as a rookie. And that comparison makes […] The post Vince Williams Compares Germie Bernard to JuJu Smith-Schuster After Impressive Steelers Rookie Camp appeared first on
- Yahoo SportsSep 3, 2026, 3:01 PMAaron Rodgers explains how rookie Germie Bernard earned early trust
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers praised rookie Germie Bernard for avoiding repeat mistakes and executing after the catch.
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