Damien Woody Urges Steelers to Start Young QBs Over 42-Year-Old Aaron Rodgers

1 articles · Updated · Steelers Depot · May 11

Damien Woody said Pittsburgh’s best-case 2026 quarterback outcome is getting a young passer on the field, not waiting for 42-year-old Aaron Rodgers to take over.
Rodgers did not make the expected weekend trip to Pittsburgh, leaving the Steelers still without an answer as OTAs approach on May 18.
Woody argued meaningful reps for young quarterbacks could show what the team has and help position it for a high pick in the 2027 draft.
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