Aaron Rodgers trusts available wide receivers despite injuries

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Last updated Oct 15, 2026

Aaron Rodgers trusts available wide receivers despite injuries
Summary

Heading into Week 6, the Steelers face a shortage of healthy wide receivers. Michael Pittman is on injured reserve, and Roman Wilson and Ben Skowronek are also unavailable for the upcoming game against Tampa. This leaves Aaron Rodgers to rely on three active wideouts, including rookies Kaden Wetjen, who has not played an offensive snap yet, Brandon Johnson, and Isaiah Hodgins. Rodgers expressed confidence in their abilities, mentioning past conversations with Johnson and prior performances from Hodgins. The team may also leverage running back Jaylen Warren and tight end Pat Freiermuth, who are tied for the team lead in catches, to support the passing game.

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  • •Steelers are missing several key wide receivers for Week 6.
  • •Aaron Rodgers trusts Brandon Johnson and Isaiah Hodgins.
  • •Kaden Wetjen remains without an offensive snap this season.
  • •Jaylen Warren and Pat Freiermuth lead the team in receptions.
  • •Upcoming game against Tampa is crucial for playoff positioning.
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  • 12:18 PMYahoo Sports — Aaron Rodgers on injuries at wide receiver: I have a lot of trust in our options
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The Steelers are heading into Week 6 short on healthy wide receivers.

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