Aaron Rodgers Sidelined for Preseason Game Against Packers

Aaron Rodgers will not take the field for the Steelers in their preseason matchup against the Packers on Thursday night. He was seen on the sidelines dressed in street clothes.

Mason Rudolph is set to start as quarterback, with Will Howard expected to take over during the first half. Rookie Drew Allar will play in the second half. Howard had previously missed the 2025 preseason due to a hand injury.

Rodgers is anticipated to play in a future preseason game, potentially on August 21 against the Jets, his former team. Meanwhile, Jordan Love, who was mentored by Rodgers, will start for the Packers in what may be Rodgers' last game against the franchise that drafted him.