‘He is Making Us Higher’: DeShon Elliott Admits He Was ‘Mistaken’ About Aaron Rodgers

The Aaron Rodgers saga for the Pittsburgh Steelers this offseason was a draining one. For months, it was unclear if the Steelers would really signal Rodgers. It appeared just like the almost certainly end result, however nothing was assured. There was quite a lot of drama related to the state of affairs, reminiscent of when DeShon Elliott expressed how towards the Steelers signing Rodgers he was. Nonetheless, now that he’s practiced with and towards Rodgers, Elliott’s tune has modified.

“Anybody that is aware of me, I often communicate my thoughts very brazenly,” Elliott stated Friday on Not Simply Soccer with Cam Heyward. “Gotta hope I’m not fallacious. This time I used to be fallacious. I all the time say issues that individuals know is correct, most likely simply shouldn’t be stated. However he’s confirmed me fallacious absolutely. Nice individual, nice soccer participant. I respect him as a person. We speak on a regular basis.

“I’m excited to see what he does for us. I’ve by no means seen anyone manipulate a protection the best way he manipulates a protection. The look-offs, the ball placement, the cadence. He’s totally different. He’s making us higher. I do know for a reality we’re gonna be a greater protection due to him.”

Close to the start of coaching camp, Elliott stated he had already apologized to Rodgers for his feedback. Nonetheless, at that time, he nonetheless hadn’t gotten a lot time in apply towards the four-time NFL MVP. Now, with the beginning of the common season nearing, Elliott has a a lot greater opinion of Rodgers, each on and off the sector.

Rodgers is 41 years previous, so it’s honest to marvel how properly he can nonetheless play. Nonetheless, Rodgers hasn’t regarded his age. All through practices, his arm power frequently impressed. Whereas he may not be as athletic as he as soon as was, Rodgers can nonetheless throw the ball with one of the best of them.

Additionally, Rodgers’ thoughts could be his biggest weapon. With 20 years of NFL expertise, there isn’t a lot that he hasn’t seen. Elliott’s expertise with him exhibits that. Even when he’s declined bodily, Rodgers’ mind might nonetheless assist elevate the Steelers’ offense. It’s been just a few years since they’ve had a quarterback of this pedigree.

The most important query with Rodgers is how he’ll maintain up over the course of a whole season. He can’t showcase his talents if he’s harm. That places quite a lot of strain on the Steelers’ offensive linemen.

Nonetheless, if they will defend Rodgers, then the Steelers might discipline their greatest offense in years. That would assist propel them to a playoff victory. That was the Steelers’ hope after they signed Rodgers. To this point, issues have been good, and hopefully they keep that method as soon as the true bullets begin flying.