Mike Tomlin Makes Unexpected Steelers Locker Room Decision After Confirming Aaron Rodgers’ Return Date

Head coach Mike Tomlin actually considered putting quarterback Aaron Rodgers on the field against the Chicago Bears . The player’s status remained questionable the past week due to a small fracture in his left wrist. The Pittsburgh Steelers eventually backed out, giving QB Mason Rudolph his first start of the season. But this decision came with a twist and raised concerns about Tomlin’s trust in his own locker room.

“Could be Tomlin keeping the circle tight to not give the Bears any clues. Still odd.”

ESPN’s Brooke Pryor raised this point after what she heard from the locker room. According to her, Rudolph was told about his playing status only on Saturday, but that’s not all. Tight end Jonnu Smith and several other players stated that they learned Rodgers wo