Aaron Rodgers has joined the Pittsburgh Steelers and will play through the 2026 season, setting up a reunion with coach Mike McCarthy. The two previously worked together in Green Bay, where they won a Super Bowl.
Rodgers and the Steelers will face the Packers in their preseason opener, a matchup that has drawn significant attention given the historical connection between the quarterback, coach, and Green Bay organization. Per Behind the Steel Curtain, Rodgers expressed disappointment that the game will not be played at Lambeau Field, saying he was "really hoping" for that matchup at the Packers' home stadium.
Yahoo Sports reports that Steelers fans are anticipating debuts from young quarterbacks Will Howard and Drew Allar during the 2026 season, suggesting Rodgers' time in Pittsburgh may serve as a bridge to the team's quarterback future. CBS Sports has examined the Steelers' futures odds heading into the season, analyzing whether the McCarthy-Rodgers reunion can succeed in its new home.