Steelers won’t know Aaron Rodgers decision before NFL Draft

TL;DR

The Pittsburgh Steelers will not know Aaron Rodgers' decision about his future before the NFL Draft. Team president Art Rooney previously indicated a timeline for clarity, but Rodgers is absent from minicamp and no decision is expected soon.

Key points

Steelers will not know Aaron Rodgers' decision before NFL Draft
Art Rooney previously indicated a decision was expected soon
Mason Rudolph and Will Howard are leading minicamp

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BALTIMORE, MARYLAND - DECEMBER 07: Aaron Rodgers #8 of the Pittsburgh Steelers looks to pass during the fourth quarter against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium on December 07, 2025 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images) | Getty Images All offseason long, Pittsburgh Steelers fans were promised that the Aaron Rodgers saga won’t drag on deep into the summer as it did last year. Team president Art Rooney said he expects a decision before the NFL Draft while at the owner’s meetings last month. However, that will not be happening. According to Ian Rapoport, the Steelers will not be getting an answer from Rodgers this week, and he is not present for their voluntary minicamp. The Steelers have not received word from Aaron Rodgers on his future and there is no expectation of a final decision prior to the NFL Draft,“ Rapoport reports. That leaves Mason Rudolph and Will Howard as the two quarterbacks to lead the Steelers through their voluntary mini-camp this week, and continues to leave everyone unsure if Rodgers will be back for the 2026 season. ***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 did Art Rooney say about Aaron Rodgers' decision timeline?

Art Rooney stated he expected a decision from Aaron Rodgers before the NFL Draft, but this will not happen.

Who are the Steelers' quarterbacks during the voluntary minicamp?

Mason Rudolph and Will Howard are the quarterbacks leading the Steelers through their voluntary minicamp.

Is Aaron Rodgers attending the Steelers' minicamp?

No, Aaron Rodgers is not present for the Steelers' voluntary minicamp.