Rodgers-Howard Duo Set to Lead Steelers

0:00It's April 4th, from breaking news to Sunday matchups. This is NFL News Today, powered by AI. Aaron Rodgers looks set to resign with the Pittsburgh Steelers and take over as their starting quarterback in 2026. With new head coach Mike McCarthy calling the shots, the team is building around the veteran while eyeing the future. Will Howard brings serious hype as the backup, especially with McCarthy's track record developing young talent. Mason Rudolph probably won't make the roster come opening day, leaving a clear, Rodgers Howard duo at the top of the depth chart. Folks in the know, like former NFL Scout, John Middellkov, see both quarterbacks getting starts next season. Rodgers just turned over 40, and his mobility has dipped, so injuries could open the door for Howard. Last year, Rodgers missed only one game, but gutted it out while banged up, which hurt his play. McCarthy might play it smarter than the old staff, keeping Rodgers fresh without rushing him back. That setup means the Steelers could skip grabbing a quarterback in the 2026 draft, betting

1:04on this pair to carry them through a competitive run.