Steelers running out of patience with Aaron Rodgers

TL;DR

The Pittsburgh Steelers are growing impatient with Aaron Rodgers as they await his decision on joining the team for the 2026 season. Team President Art Rooney II had set expectations for a decision by the draft, which did not happen, leading to concerns about Rodgers' timeline.

Key points

Steelers waiting on Aaron Rodgers' decision for 2026 season
Team President Art Rooney II set expectations for a timely decision
Rodgers missed deadlines leading to growing impatience from the team

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PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - JANUARY 12: Aaron Rodgers #8 of the Pittsburgh Steelers looks on from the sideline during the national anthem prior to an NFL wild card playoff football game against the Houston Texans at Acrisure Stadium on January 12, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Perry Knotts/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Pittsburgh Steelers continue to wait on Aaron Rodgers and his decision on whether or not he will join them for the 2026 season. This comes after both Team President Art Rooney II and General Manager Omar Khan began the offseason reassuring both media and fans that they don’t expect Rodgers to drag this decision deep into the spring as he did in 2025, not committing to the team until mandatory minicamp. Rooney, in particular, has given multiple soft deadlines in terms of expectations for when Rodgers would give the Steelers a decision, most recently saying he’d expect to know by the draft. Of course, that didn’t happen, and the Steelers drafted Penn State quarterback Drew Allar. And while the Steelers haven’t shown public frustration, Gerry Dulac of the *Pittsburgh Post-Gazette* says their patience could be running out. “After watching two of their ‘expected’ deadlines come and go — and insisting this isn’t the same situation as last year — the Steelers might not be so understanding if this drags on for two more weeks,” . The Steelers will begin OTAs on May 18, and their mandatory minicamp will start on June 2. Should this year continue to echo 2025, Rodgers will make his decision right around the start of mandatory minicamp. ***Let us know what you think in the comments***. ***Be sure to bookmark Behind the Steel Curtain for all the latest news, breakdowns, and more!***

Q&A

What is the latest update on Aaron Rodgers' decision for the 2026 season?

Aaron Rodgers has yet to announce his decision regarding joining the Pittsburgh Steelers for the 2026 season, despite multiple deadlines set by the team.

Why are the Steelers frustrated with Aaron Rodgers' decision timeline?

The Steelers are frustrated because they expected a decision from Rodgers by the draft, which did not occur, and they are concerned about the potential delay affecting their offseason plans.

When do the Steelers' OTAs and mandatory minicamp start?

The Steelers' OTAs begin on May 18, and their mandatory minicamp starts on June 2.