Steelers President Reveals When He Expects to Know Aaron Rodgers’ Decision
Summary
The Pittsburgh Steelers are still waiting to hear if quarterback Aaron Rodgers will play for them in 2026. Steelers President Art Rooney II said they regularly talk with Rodgers and hope to get a final answer in the next few weeks.Key Facts
- It has been four days since the NFL draft, and the Steelers don’t know Rodgers’ plans for 2026.
- Rodgers has delayed his decision, similar to last season.
- The Steelers drafted Penn State’s Drew Allar, who will compete with other quarterbacks if Rodgers retires.
- The Steelers placed an unrestricted free agent tender on Rodgers, which could earn the team a compensatory draft pick if Rodgers signs with another team.
- This tender also increases Rodgers’ salary to $15 million for the next year.
- If Rodgers does not sign elsewhere by July 22 or the first day of Steelers’ training camp, the Steelers will have exclusive rights to negotiate with him.
- Rooney said the move was mainly to protect the team's interests in case Rodgers leaves.
- The Steelers have been in regular contact with Rodgers and expect a decision soon.
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