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The Pittsburgh Steelers are set to begin their preseason schedule on Thursday against the Green Bay Packers. However, quarterback Aaron Rodgers expressed some disappointment about the game's location. In a report by Rob Demovsky of ESPN on X, Rodgers mentioned that he was “100 percent” hoping the matchup would take place at Lambeau Field rather than in Pittsburgh. After facing Green Bay in Pennsylvania last season, Rodgers expressed a desire for one final visit to Green Bay before retiring from the game, lamenting that he won’t have the chance to play at his former home stadium one last time as a visitor. While a return to Lambeau Field as a player is no longer possible, there is still the potential for a ceremonial reunion in Green Bay. As noted by ESPN, Rodgers confirmed that the 2026 season will be his final year in the NFL, and any return to Wisconsin would depend on one crucial condition. When discussing the possibility of having his name added to the stadium facade, receiving a jersey retirement, or being inducted into the franchise's Hall of Fame, Rodgers said, “There first has to be an invite back. We'll see about that, but yeah, I'm always going to have such a strong tie to Green Bay and the organization. If that comes to fruition, that could be a cool deal.” Reflecting on his time in Green Bay, the veteran quarterback emphasized that the lasting relationships he built with the people there are the most meaningful aspect of his storied football career. This mentorship continues to influence his former team, as the Packers prepare to face the Steelers. Ahead of the matchup, Packers franchise quarterback Jordan Love spoke to reporters about the invaluable lessons he learned while serving as Rodgers' backup early in his career. Love praised Rodgers' exceptional skills at the line of scrimmage, specifically his ability to process pre-snap reads, set protections, and diagnose defensive pressure, as the gold standard that has helped shape his growth into an elite starter.