Steelers HC Mike McCarthy says Packers wanted to draft Mason Rudolph
Steelers head coach Mike McCarthy revealed that the Green Bay Packers had an interest in drafting quarterback Mason Rudolph. McCarthy expressed that he wanted Rudolph to eventually replace Aaron Rodgers. Currently, the Steelers have four quarterbacks competing for roster spots, with Rudolph's future uncertain.
- ▪The Pittsburgh Steelers have four quarterbacks on their roster during OTAs.
- ▪Mike McCarthy admitted he wanted to draft Mason Rudolph to eventually replace Aaron Rodgers.
- ▪The Steelers selected Rudolph in the third round of the 2018 NFL draft.
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