Steelers' offense under scrutiny as Aaron Rodgers enters 43rd year
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 6, 2026, 2:06 PM
Last updated Jun 6, 2026
The Pittsburgh Steelers rank 21st in Sports Illustrated's list of NFL offensive triplets for 2026, placing them in a challenging position amid concerns regarding quarterback Aaron Rodgers' performance. At 42, his reluctance to push the ball downfield raises questions about the Steelers' offensive potential, despite having players like Jaylen Warren, DK Metcalf, and Michael Pittman Jr. Rodgers has not surpassed 4,000 passing yards or averaged 7.0 yards per attempt since 2021. The team is positioned between the New York Jets and Jacksonville Jaguars, and faces stiff competition from divisional rivals like Baltimore and Cincinnati, who rank 3rd and 6th respectively.
- •Steelers rank 21st in Sports Illustrated's ranking of offensive triplets.
- •Aaron Rodgers, at 42, may limit offensive potential.
- •Jaylen Warren, DK Metcalf, and Michael Pittman Jr. provide offensive talent.
- •Bartender's Stats: Rodgers hasn't topped 4,000 yards since 2021.
- •Divisional rivals Baltimore and Cincinnati rank 3rd and 6th, respectively.
- 2:06 PMYahoo Sports — Aaron Rodgers concern clouds Steelers’ offensive makeover
"Aaron Rodgers still has to prove he can elevate a Steelers offense now built around Jaylen Warren, DK Metcalf and Michael Pittman Jr.
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