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Steelers’ Rodgers Shines in Offseason Workouts as Analysts Predict Late-Season Rookie Handoff

Experts forecast a December rookie takeover as Pittsburgh plans its 2026 draft strategy.

Aaron Rodgers #8 of the Pittsburgh Steelers in action during Minicamp at UPMC Rooney Sports Complex on June 11, 2025 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Will Howard #18 of the Pittsburgh Steelers in action during Minicamp at UPMC Rooney Sports Complex on June 10, 2025 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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Overview

  • Aaron Rodgers signed a one-year deal on June 5 and has demonstrated strong play throughout OTAs and minicamp.
  • Former NFL executive Mike Tannenbaum predicts sixth-round rookie Will Howard will supplant Rodgers by December 1 due to age and protection concerns.
  • Will Howard posted 4,010 passing yards, 35 touchdowns and a 175.3 passer rating in his lone season at Ohio State, marking him as a high-upside candidate.
  • Pittsburgh’s offensive line surrendered sacks at the 28th-highest rate last season, fueling doubts about an aging quarterback’s durability.
  • The front office has already begun scouting 2026 quarterbacks, with ESPN’s Matt Miller projecting South Carolina’s dual-threat LaNorris Sellers at No. 16 overall.