Former NFL cornerback Aqib Talib stated that the Pittsburgh Steelers are positioned to contend for a Super Bowl should Aaron Rodgers re-sign with the team. Speaking on The Arena podcast, Talib praised the Steelers' roster across offense and defense. He noted they had a chance last year after winning the AFC North.
Aqib Talib, a former NFL cornerback, expressed optimism about the Pittsburgh Steelers' championship potential during a recent appearance on The Arena podcast. 'If [Aaron Rodgers] wants to win a Super Bowl, that team is set up for him to do so,' Talib said. He highlighted the team's strengths in receivers, running backs, offensive and defensive lines, corners, safeties, and defensive line, questioning why Rodgers would leave at age 42. 'They had a chance last year,' Talib added, referring to the Steelers' 2025 AFC North title amid a down year for rivals like the injured Baltimore Ravens and Cincinnati Bengals. The Steelers clinched a playoff spot via a missed field goal in Week 18 but fell to the Houston Texans in the first round. Owner Art Rooney II has voiced belief in contending for a Super Bowl this year, despite no playoff wins in nearly a decade and the departure of coach Mike Tomlin. Talib's comments come as the Steelers aim to build on offseason improvements without drafting a starting quarterback. Rodgers performed adequately last season but faces questions about durability at 42. Roster concerns persist, including the left offensive line, wide receiver depth, and aging defensive stars.
