Mike McCarthy considers preseason playing time for Aaron Rodgers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 4:16 PM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
Mike McCarthy, head coach of the Steelers, indicated that a decision regarding Aaron Rodgers' participation in preseason games is pending. While Rodgers expressed hesitation about playing, he mentioned he would comply if McCarthy requests it. McCarthy stated that evaluations will continue leading up to the games, emphasizing the importance of player combinations. The Steelers' preseason schedule includes matchups against the Packers on August 13 and the Jets on August 21, finishing with a game against the Bills on August 27.
- •Mike McCarthy has asked Rodgers to play in preseason games.
- •Rodgers is uncertain but open to playing if requested.
- •McCarthy will make final decisions closer to game dates.
- •Preseason games start for the Steelers on August 13 against the Packers.
- •The Steelers face the Jets on August 21 and finish against the Bills on August 27.
- 4:16 PMYahoo Sports — Mike McCarthy wants to see Aaron Rodgers play in the preseason, but no decision yet
"Is Aaron Rodgers really going to play in the preseason this month?
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