Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers is already stirring conversation in Pittsburgh—this time over his control of the offense under coordinator Arthur Smith’s offense. Speaking to reporters after practice, Rodgers was asked how much freedom he expects when it comes to play calling.
The question referenced Rodgers potentially “taking over when he sees fit,” a suggestion that didn’t sit well with the four-time MVP. In a video posted by Mark Kaboly of The Pat McAfee Show on X (formerly Twitter), Rodgers gave a firm but composed answer.
Aaron Rodgers on changing plays pic.twitter.com/Eajpi5o5HD
— Mark Kaboly (@MarkKaboly) June 10, 2025
“I don’t understand the term take over when I see fit.”
Rodgers clarified that while he’s been trusted with hurry-up situations in his career, the idea he constantly operates outside the structure of a system is “just not correct.” He stressed that his focus is on adapting to the Smith offense rather than overriding it.
“I’m going to learn the offense, and Arthur and I are going to talk a lot this summer.”
Rodgers emphasized that he and Smith will collaborate, and if he has input on certain play concepts, he trusts that Smith will be open to including them. However, he was clear about respecting the hierarchy and letting the system function.
“He knows how to call a game, and I know how to get us in the right spot based on what’s called.”
The question sparked discussion online about the evolving Steelers quarterback situation, especially with Rodgers bringing in over 500 career touchdown passes and a Super Bowl MVP to a team undergoing major offensive change.
Rodgers’ play calling history has often been discussed in the context of his improvisational ability. Yet in Pittsburgh, he seems intent on blending veteran instincts with playbook discipline.
With Steelers camp heating up and Arthur Smith installing his new system, the interaction shows Rodgers’ commitment to structure, not ego. The narrative is shifting—from taking over to fitting in.
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