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Steelers put seldom-used UFA tender on Rodgers

Steelers put seldom-used UFA tender on Rodgers

Summary

The Pittsburgh Steelers placed a rarely used unrestricted free agent (UFA) tender on quarterback Aaron Rodgers. This means if Rodgers signs with another team before July 22, the Steelers will get a compensatory draft pick.

Key Facts

  • The Steelers applied the UFA tender to Aaron Rodgers on Tuesday.
  • The UFA tender is not commonly used by teams.
  • This tender protects the Steelers' right to a draft pick if Rodgers joins another team.
  • The deadline for Rodgers to sign elsewhere and trigger this rule is July 22.
  • A compensatory draft pick is a reward given to teams that lose certain free agents.
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