Overview

• Rodgers publicly urged rookie Roman Wilson to trust his natural talent rather than seek his approval after practice.
• ESPN’s Brooke Pryor reported that Rodgers and Wilson’s connection “took a step in the right direction” during training camp drills.
• Rodgers and offensive coordinator Arthur Smith spent over two hours strategizing on play ideas to tailor the offense.
• DK Metcalf affirmed on CBS Sports HQ that his on-field chemistry with Rodgers is strong and praised the veteran’s guidance.
• Coach Mike Tomlin confirmed that Rodgers, Metcalf and other first-teamers will sit out the Steelers’ preseason opener in Jacksonville.