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Aaron Rodgers will not play in Steelers' preseason opener against Packers

Steelers Depot • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 9:59 PM

Last updated Aug 13, 2026

Aaron Rodgers will not play in Steelers' preseason opener against Packers

Summary

Aaron Rodgers will sit out the Pittsburgh Steelers' preseason opener against the Green Bay Packers, scheduled for Thursday night. The decision comes despite Rodgers expressing his expectation to participate under new head coach Mike McCarthy. The 42-year-old quarterback's absence will affect the team's strategy in the upcoming game. The Steelers will reveal their quarterback depth chart as the preseason progresses.

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Key Details

•Aaron Rodgers will not see the field Thursday night.
•The game is against the Green Bay Packers.
•Rodgers had previously indicated he expected to play.
•New head coach Mike McCarthy is leading the team.
•The preseason opener is significant for assessing quarterback options.

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What they're saying

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Despite telling The Athletic’s Michael Silver that he expected to play in the preseason under new head coach Mike McCarthy, 42-year-old Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers won’t see the field Thursday night against the Green Bay Packers. Rodgers, wh…
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