With rookie quarterback Will Howard out, the Steelers might only play two quarterbacks if Aaron Rodgers doesn't play.

It’s become normal now for NFL starters to skip playing in preseason games. With that, you can expect some of the biggest names on the Steelers to do the same when they play their preseason opener against Jacksonville on Saturday.

Rodgers' comments is also an example of the leadership he is providing to an otherwise very young offense. That, along with his obvious physical tools, was one of the things that compelled Steelers coach Mike Tomlin to pursue Rodgers this offseason.