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Training camp in Latrobe brings a familiar intensity, but for the Pittsburgh Steelers defense, there is an added layer of urgency this summer. With four-time MVP quarterback Aaron Rodgers confirming that the 2026 season will be the final chapter of his storied NFL career, players across the roster are rallying to make sure his curtain call ends on a high note.
Outside linebacker Nick Herbig made it clear following practice that the locker room views Rodgers as far more than just a legendary icon; he is a teammate they are eager to fight for.
Speaking with team reporter Missi Matthews after the first day in pads, Herbig offered high praise for the veteran quarterback's approach and locker room presence.
"Aaron's my dawg, man. He's the same guy," Herbig said when asked about Rodgers' demeanor. "He's one of the boys. Uh, you know, he's out there having fun. You can tell. I'm excited for him. He had a great career and, you know, he I know he said it's his last rodeo, so I'm excited to go give everything I got for that guy."
Herbig’s sentiment reflects a broader buy-in across Pittsburgh's defensive unit. Beyond the camaraderie, Herbig noted that going head-to-head against Rodgers in practice daily provides an unmatched mental workout, forcing the defense to sharpen its pre-snap adjustments against a signal-caller who has seen every front imaginable.
As the Steelers navigate camp under new head coach Mike McCarthy, having a unified locker room rallied behind their starting quarterback provides crucial stability. For Herbig and the rest of Pittsburgh's defense, the goal for 2026 is simple: give their veteran quarterback every opportunity to go out as a champion.
This article originally appeared on Steelers Wire: Nick Herbig sends clear message on Aaron Rodgers' last NFL season
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Outside linebacker Nick Herbig made it clear following practice that the locker room views Rodgers as far more than just a legendary icon; he is a teammate they are eager to fight for.
Speaking with team reporter Missi Matthews after the first day in pads, Herbig offered high praise for the veteran quarterback's approach and locker room presence.
"Aaron's my dawg, man. He's the same guy," Herbig said when asked about Rodgers' demeanor. "He's one of the boys. Uh, you know, he's out there having fun. You can tell. I'm excited for him. He had a great career and, you know, he I know he said it's his last rodeo, so I'm excited to go give everything I got for that guy."
Herbig’s sentiment reflects a broader buy-in across Pittsburgh's defensive unit. Beyond the camaraderie, Herbig noted that going head-to-head against Rodgers in practice daily provides an unmatched mental workout, forcing the defense to sharpen its pre-snap adjustments against a signal-caller who has seen every front imaginable.
As the Steelers navigate camp under new head coach Mike McCarthy, having a unified locker room rallied behind their starting quarterback provides crucial stability. For Herbig and the rest of Pittsburgh's defense, the goal for 2026 is simple: give their veteran quarterback every opportunity to go out as a champion.
This article originally appeared on Steelers Wire: Nick Herbig sends clear message on Aaron Rodgers' last NFL season
Continue reading...
