McAfee Says Aaron Rodgers 'Not on the Docket' for Pittsburgh Event amid Steelers Buzz

Free-agent quarterback Aaron Rodgers won't be making a personal appearance at Wednesday's event in Pittsburgh hosted by ESPN's Pat McAfee.

McAfee confirmed on Footbahlin with Ben Roethlisberger (via Pro Football Talk's Mike Florio) that Rodgers "is not on the docket."

The four-time MVP is a regular guest on McAfee's show and has used the platform to break news about his playing career in the past.

ESPN's Jeremy Fowler reported Sunday the Steelers "remain optimistic" about landing Rodgers. Ian Rapoport of NFL Network followed up Monday to report there was some "positive momentum" toward a deal and that "the specter of retirement—possible retirement—doesn't seem likely."

Announcing an agreement with the Steelers, or at the very least saying he intends to sign with the team, at McAfee's "Big Night Aht" show would certainly be a way for Rodgers to ingratiate himself toward fans.

Even for those who aren't attending the event, finally having a resolution would've been welcome news.

Alas, that doesn't appear to be happening.

There's still no timeline for when the 41-year-old will make up his mind. The continued absence of a contract is a little surprising if only because his market looks pretty static.

Fowler reported the likelihood of Rodgers joining the Minnesota Vikings is "all but dead" for the time being, adding that Pittsburgh is effectively the only team in the running.

The longer this drags on, the more it will look like Rodgers only signed with the Steelers out of necessity if that comes to pass.