About this episode

The episode discusses Aaron Rodgers' meeting with the Steelers, NFL referees' CBA, and features an interview with retired Broncos safety Justin Simmons.

NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport and Judy Battista report on Aaron Rodgers meeting with the Steelers regarding his future, and they share the latest on the NFL referees’ collective bargaining agreement. Then Steve Wyche and Brian Baldinger discuss the Texans rookie camp and how C.J. Stroud improves in 2026; Steve Wyche reports on Chargers rookie Akheem Mesidor; and retired Broncos safety Justin Simmons joins the show to evaluate his career. Plus Marc Ross reveals the players and coaches on the hot seat and Michael F Florio shares the rookies to target in dynasty fantasy league. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People in this episode

Hosts: Ian Rapoport, Judy Battista, Steve Wyche, Brian Baldinger

Guest: Justin Simmons

Topics covered

• Aaron Rodgers
• NFL referees
• rookie camp
• Justin Simmons
• fantasy football
• CBA

Keywords

• Aaron Rodgers
• Steelers
• NFL referees
• Justin Simmons
• rookie camp
• CBA
• fantasy football
• C.J. Stroud

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Steelers, Texans, Chargers, NFL

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