Aaron Rodgers was listed as a limited participant on Thursdayâs injury report by the Pittsburgh Steelers ahead of a crucial game against the Chicago Bears in Week 12. A first step for Mike Tomlin, if the head coach is really considering taking the risk of naming him the starter.
As expected, the veteran quarterback returned to practice to test his fractured left wrist. Several videos showed Rodgers moving and throwing the ball normally, but the most important detail is that he appeared wearing a brace to provide stability to his wrist.
What is still unknown is whether the Super Bowlâwinning QB can take snaps under center, as, according to many reports, including one from Brooke Pryor in Pittsburgh, most of the starâs plays were from the shotgun formation.
Is Aaron Rodgers out for Steelers with injury?
No. Aaron Rodgers hasnât been ruled out by the Steelers for the game against the Chicago Bears, and the left wrist injury isnât considered season-ending at the moment. He has a chance to play at Soldier Field.
Rodgers has publicly said that the timing of the decision is entirely up to Mike Tomlin. The most natural outcome would be that this Friday it will be known whether the veteran gets the call or if Mason Rudolph will be the starter.
Another less likely option is that Tomlin decides to consider Aaron Rodgers a game-time decision, meaning we would have to wait until Sunday to know his final status. This alternative seems complicated, as everything points to the medical clearance needing to arrive on Friday.
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