Steelers face potential fine for not reporting Rodgers's illness
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 7:07 PM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
The Pittsburgh Steelers could be facing a significant fine from the NFL regarding Aaron Rodgers's reported illness during last season's playoffs against the Houston Texans. Reports indicate that Rodgers was suffering from fever and vomiting but recovered before the game. The team's failure to disclose his condition has drawn criticism, with former Steelers offensive coordinator Arthur Smith noting that Rodgers looked unwell prior to kickoff. This incident follows a similar situation in 2023 involving Smith, who was fined for not disclosing another player’s illness. The Steelers organization must now address this issue amid other recent controversies surrounding Rodgers.
- •Rodgers reported feeling ill before last season's playoffs.
- •He cited symptoms of fever and vomiting but recovered by game time.
- •Steelers could face a significant fine for not disclosing this information.
- •Former Steelers OC Arthur Smith commented on Rodgers's appearance before the game.
- •Smith has prior experience with fines for similar disclosure issues.
- 7:07 PMYahoo Sports — The Steelers might be in trouble for not reporting Rodgers's illness
"Last season, when the Pittsburgh Steelers faced the Houston Texans in the playoffs, they didn't disclose that Aaron Rodgers may have been sick
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