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Steelers rookie jokes about Aaron Rodgers' age on podcast

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 5:20 PM

Last updated Aug 25, 2026

Steelers rookie jokes about Aaron Rodgers' age on podcast

Summary

Germie Bernard, a second-round draft pick by the Pittsburgh Steelers, joked about veteran quarterback Aaron Rodgers’ age during a podcast appearance on August 24. Bernard, 22, humorously compared Rodgers, 42, to his mother, noting the proximity in their ages. He expressed admiration for Rodgers, who is entering his final NFL season, and mentioned the anxiety of playing alongside the experienced quarterback while appreciating the knowledge he offers. Rodgers confirmed he is not approaching this season differently, stating it is '100% the end' of his career in the league after a distinguished tenure with the Green Bay Packers and New York Jets.

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•Germie Bernard was selected by the Steelers in the 2026 NFL Draft.
•Aaron Rodgers enters his final NFL season in 2026.
•Bernard humorously compares Rodgers’ age to his mother’s.
•Rodgers has won a Super Bowl and four MVP awards during his career.
•Rodgers spent last season with the Steelers after joining in 2025.

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Germie Bernard, who was selected by the Steelers in the second round of the 2026 NFL Draft, also praised veteran quarterback Aaron Rodgers for his knowledge
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