Account

The Actual News

Just the Facts, from multiple news sources.

Steelers Make 'Rare' Decision on Quarterback Aaron Rodgers

Steelers Make 'Rare' Decision on Quarterback Aaron Rodgers

Summary

The Pittsburgh Steelers have placed a special contract offer, called a "right-of-first-refusal tender," on their quarterback Aaron Rodgers. This means they can match any offer from other teams and Rodgers can get a 10% pay raise if he stays with the Steelers for the 2026 season. Rodgers has not yet decided if he will play next year or retire.

Key Facts

  • Steelers owner Art Rooney II wants an answer from Aaron Rodgers before the 2026 NFL draft.
  • Rodgers has not yet officially said if he will play in the 2026 season or retire.
  • The Steelers selected Drew Allar, a quarterback from Penn State, in the 2026 draft as a potential future player.
  • The Steelers placed a "right-of-first-refusal tender" on Rodgers, allowing them to match other teams' offers.
  • This tender includes a possible 10% salary increase for Rodgers, around $15 million for the season.
  • Rodgers can only sign with the Steelers once training camp starts under this tender.
  • The Steelers’ decision gives Rodgers time to decide about his playing future.
Read the Full Article

This is a fact-based summary from The Actual News. Click below to read the complete story directly from the original source.