Steelers Wait on Rodgers, Roll with Howard

0:00On April 20th, the Pittsburgh Steelers have still in limbo over Aaron Rogers, and whether he'll suit up as their quarterback for the 2026 season. According to NFL Networks and Rappaport, the team hasn't heard a beat from Rogers on his plans, and they're not expecting any final call before the NFL draft. Right now he's a free agent, but Pittsburgh looks like his only real option if he keeps playing. Minicamp kicks off today under new head coach Mike McCarthy, and they'll roll with Will Howard as the top quarterback. Howard's the sixth round pick from 2025, who balled out at Kansas State before transferring to Ohio State for a national title run in his. Last college year, Steelers fans are buzzing with uncertainty, knowing Howard and backup Mason Rudolph don't quite scream franchise starter. Without Rogers, who'd reunite with McCarthy and chase another playoff spot after barely sneaking in last season, things could get dicey fast. There's chatter that Rogers might drop a return bombshell right at the draft in Pittsburgh,

1:01firing up the home crowd. But remember, he dragged his feet last off season two, leaving the Steelers sweating before he committed. Either way, Pittsburgh's boxed in again, and if Rogers walks away for good, it spells trouble for a squad that's already short on elite arms at the, uh, position. Stay locked in with NFL news today, AI powered updates. I'm Corey with the story.