ESPN reporter Brooke Pryor states that the Pittsburgh Steelers and quarterback Aaron Rodgers are engaging in ongoing positive discussions about a potential return. Rodgers remains aware of the team's roster moves amid free agency. No firm decision has been made yet on his future.
Free agency has begun for the NFL, and the Pittsburgh Steelers are keeping lines open with Aaron Rodgers. According to ESPN's Brooke Pryor, the two sides are holding “positive conversations,” even though Rodgers has not provided a concrete answer on his plans for next season. Pryor noted, “Though Rodgers hasn’t given the Steelers a concrete answer on his future, the two sides continue to engage in positive conversations, and Rodgers is aware of the ongoing roster construction.” This communication persists as the Steelers build their offense, recently adding running back Rico Dowdle and wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. They did lose running back Kenneth Gainwell, one of Rodgers' preferred targets, but Pittman offers strong production as a WR2 option. The choice ultimately rests with Rodgers on whether to play another year or step away. On March 4, during an appearance on The Pat McAfee Show, Rodgers mentioned having no deadline from the Steelers for his decision. The team appears prepared to proceed with Mason Rudolph and Will Howard if needed, or select a quarterback in the draft. Roster additions should not deter Rodgers, and signs suggest he might return to play under his former head coach, Mike McCarthy. However, no guarantees exist, and a decision may not come soon. The Steelers' continued updates to Rodgers during offseason activities indicate ongoing interest.