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Packers may face Aaron Rodgers in preseason opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 6:27 PM

Last updated Aug 3, 2026

Packers may face Aaron Rodgers in preseason opener
Summary

The Green Bay Packers are set to meet the Pittsburgh Steelers in their preseason opener on August 13. Former Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers, now with the Steelers, might play a notable number of snaps during this game. Rodgers has indicated a willingness to play around 30 to 40 snaps, a departure from his usual limited preseason participation. While coaching for the Steelers, Mike McCarthy intends to utilize Rodgers to help him reconnect with the offense. This preseason will be particularly significant for Rodgers, as he has announced it will be his final season in the NFL.

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  • •Packers vs. Steelers preseason opener on August 13.
  • •Aaron Rodgers is expected to play for a significant number of snaps.
  • •Mike McCarthy, now with the Steelers, wants Rodgers on the field.
  • •Rodgers aims to reconnect with the offense this summer.
  • •2026 is expected to be Rodgers' final NFL season.
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  • 6:27 PMYahoo Sports — Packers may get snaps against QB Aaron Rodgers during preseason opener
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The Packers are probably going to face QB Aaron Rodgers for some snaps this preseason.

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