Aaron Rodgers, the Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback, has been officially listed as questionable for Sunday’s game against the Chicago Bears. The future Hall of Famer, now donning black and gold after stints with the Green Bay Packers and New York Jets, could miss a chance to revisit Soldier Field due to a nagging wrist issue. As the Steelers (6-4) prepare to tangle with the surging Bears (7-3) on Sunday, all eyes are on Rodgers' left wrist fracture and whether he will suit up.
Aaron Rodgers injury update
Aaron Rodgers exited last week's game against the Cincinnati Bengals in the second half, handing the reins to backup Mason Rudolph. The 34-12 victory kept the Steelers in the AFC North hunt, but it came at a cost. Rodgers has been limited in practice all week, and his status remains questionable heading into Week 12.
Rodgers suffered a fractured left wrist on his non-throwing hand during the Bengals clash. However, no surgery was required, as per team reports. However, the injury's severity lies in protection and functionality, not just pain. Playing risks long-term damage, potentially sidelining him deeper into the season.
Rodgers missed Wednesday's session entirely but returned limited on Thursday and Friday. He's officially "questionable" on the final injury report, a designation that keeps hope alive for the Steelers.
Head coach Mike Tomlin gave a statement on Friday, "I thought I saw a solid effort, but it's Friday, so we still got some time... We'll see where the weekend leads us." Tomlin added that the final call will be based on the "medical decision," weighing whether Rodgers can shield the injury in live action.
Aaron Rodgers' form
Aaron Rodgers has battled Achilles woes and other ailments, yet his poise under pressure defines his legacy. This season, he has thrown for 1,969 yards, 19 touchdowns, and just seven picks.
Pittsburgh Steelers QB depth chart
If Aaron Rodgers sits, Mason Rudolph will step up confidently. The veteran backup shone in relief last week, going 12-of-16 for 127 yards, a touchdown, and a stellar 118.5 passer rating.
Behind Rudolph is rookie Will Howard, a sixth-round gem from Ohio State. The 2025 national championship hero has not seen regular-season snaps yet.
Lurking on injured reserve is four-year veteran Skylar Thompson. His return timeline is unclear, but the depth leaves the Pittsburgh Steelers prepared.