Aaron Rodgers sidelined for preseason game against Packers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 10:43 PM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026
Aaron Rodgers will not play in the preseason game between the Steelers and Packers tonight. Rodgers is seen in street clothes on the sideline while Mason Rudolph starts as quarterback for the Steelers. Will Howard is expected to play in the first half, with rookie Drew Allar taking over in the second half. Jordan Love, Rodgers' protege, will start for the Packers. Rodgers is anticipated to return for the preseason, potentially against the Jets on August 21.
- •Rodgers not playing tonight against Packers
- •Mason Rudolph starts at quarterback for Steelers
- •Jordan Love starts for the Packers
- •Will Howard and Drew Allar also expected to play
- •Rodgers may return August 21 against Jets
- 10:43 PMYahoo Sports — Aaron Rodgers will not play tonight against the Packers
"The Steelers did not announce their quarterback plans for Thursday night's preseason game against the Packers.
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