Pittsburgh Steelers beat writer Mark Kaboly predicts Aaron Rodgers will attend the team's voluntary veteran minicamp next week. He expects Rodgers to decide on his 2026 plans by then, aligning with owner Art Rooney II's timeline ahead of the NFL Draft. Kaboly shared this view on 93.7 The Fan, though he stressed it lacks insider knowledge.
Mark Kaboly, a Pittsburgh Steelers beat writer, made his latest prediction about Aaron Rodgers during an appearance on 93.7 The Fan with Andrew Fillipponi and Chris Mueller. 'This is my new prediction,' Kaboly said. 'This isn’t any insider knowledge. They have their first on-field practice the Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday before the draft. I think he will be there.' The minicamp, permitted under new head coach Mike McCarthy, runs from April 20 through April 22 ahead of the NFL Draft, now less than two weeks away in Pittsburgh. Rooney II had urged Rodgers to finalize his plans by draft time, and Kaboly believes the quarterback will comply and join practices if signing a contract then. Kaboly has consistently forecasted Rodgers signing with the Steelers, potentially with a raise but far below the $30 million speculated by Charlie Batch. However, Rodgers has a history of avoiding voluntary offseason workouts; last year, he delayed joining until mandatory minicamp. McCarthy might limit his reps anyway, given Rodgers' familiarity with the system, allowing more time for Mason Rudolph and Will Howard. If Kaboly is correct, Rodgers' decision could come within 10 days, resolving the Steelers' 2026 quarterback situation as the city prepares to host the draft.
