Aaron Rodgers isn’t waiting for Steelers training camp to start building chemistry. During his latest appearance on The Pat McAfee Show, the veteran quarterback revealed plans to host a group of Steelers skill players for offseason workouts in Malibu, California.
“I’m gonna get together with the guys before camp,” Rodgers said. “We’ll go out to Malibu for a few days and get some timing down.”
The move is vintage Rodgers — a calculated step toward creating rhythm and leadership before setting foot on a training camp field. It’s also his way of signaling that even in his final season, he’s all in.
A Familiar Blueprint for Chemistry
This isn’t the first time Rodgers has brought teammates to the West Coast for private offseason sessions. He previously hosted Packers receivers in California during his Green Bay tenure, working on timing routes, red-zone packages, and off-script drills in a more relaxed environment.
Now, the approach shifts to Pittsburgh — and to new teammates who have never caught a pass from him in live action.
Steelers fans can expect players like:
- DK Metcalf
- Roman Wilson
- Pat Freiermuth
- Calvin Austin
- Jaylen Warren
…to be potential invitees for these private sessions, which typically take place a couple weeks before the start of camp.
Rodgers’ Leadership Already Showing
While Rodgers has only been a Steeler for a few weeks, this Malibu announcement is the latest in a growing list of leadership moves:
- He signed a team-friendly one-year deal
- He joined the team for early OTAs and minicamp reps
- And now he’s taking initiative to get in reps on his own time
Rodgers also praised the team’s culture and coaching staff in his McAfee interview:
“This group is hungry. Tomlin sets the tone, but the guys have their own accountability too. It reminds me of some of those early years in Green Bay.”
Why Malibu Matters
These workouts are about more than football. They provide time for teammates to bond, build trust, and develop chemistry that can translate when the pressure ramps up during the season.
By hosting these sessions in Malibu — away from media distractions and the structure of team facilities — Rodgers is giving younger Steelers players a chance to connect on a human level while learning his playstyle and cadence in a relaxed setting.
The Bigger Picture
With Rodgers confirming that 2025 will be his final NFL season, every rep counts. These Malibu workouts could lay the foundation for how quickly the Steelers offense gels in the early weeks of the season — especially with a Week 1 trip to Foxborough and a Week 8 primetime showdown against the Green Bay Packers looming.
Final Thoughts
Aaron Rodgers isn’t easing into retirement — he’s ramping up. And by bringing Steelers skill players out to Malibu before camp, he’s doing what leaders do: setting the tone early.
Rodgers may only have one year in Pittsburgh, but he’s clearly determined to make it count.
