The Pittsburgh Steelers are stuck.
They want Aaron Rodgers. They need a quarterback. They hosted him. He liked it. Apparently, he was the one who wanted the meeting.
But it’s been quiet since then. No yes. No no. Nothing. The team is in the dark, and it’s not the kind of suspense anyone enjoys. They’re trying to plan their future, and one guy has the keys to the offense. He’s 41. Recovering from injuries. And still hasn’t said a word.
Meanwhile, Najee Harris is gone. Jaylen Warren is alone. And Pittsburgh’s eyes are all over the 2025 NFL Draft—especially the running back pool. Not quarterback. Not right now.

Aaron Rodgers visited Pittsburgh, liked what he saw, and then ghosted

Aaron Rodgers met with the Pittsburgh Steelers last Friday. According to reports, he initiated the meeting. He “loved everything Pittsburgh had to offer.”
But that was it. No public statement. No decision. Not even a hint. Just radio silence. And now everyone’s circling back to the same question: is he playing, retiring, or waiting for something else to open up?
Adam Schefter gave the most accurate update possible—“Nobody knows for sure what Aaron Rodgers’ game plan is.” On Get Up, Schefter added, “There are people who believe that he may not play this year. There are people who believe he’s waiting to see if something might open down the line in Minnesota with the Vikings.”
He played last season, but hamstring and knee problems slowed him down. The year before, he tore his Achilles. That’s a two-year streak of physical setbacks, and the Steelers aren’t exactly built to protect a quarterback dealing with that. Their offensive line is still figuring itself out.
And still, no pressure. Pittsburgh hasn’t forced a decision or leaked anything. They’re waiting. Maybe patiently. Maybe stupidly. But waiting.

Pittsburgh Steelers may go all-in on a running back with the 21st pick in the 2025 NFL Draft

While Aaron Rodgers stalls, the Steelers are making moves elsewhere. Najee Harris signed with the Los Angeles Chargers. Jaylen Warren is left carrying the backfield. He’s solid, but Pittsburgh doesn’t want to leave him alone.
They’re already looking at who might be available at No. 21. Multiple reports say they’ve scouted several top-tier running backs—Ohio State’s TreVeyon Henderson and Quinshon Judkins, Iowa’s Kaleb Johnson, and Boise State’s Ashton Jeanty.
Ashton Jeanty might not be there at 21. If he drops, though, things could get aggressive. Pittsburgh has made it clear: they’re not ignoring the running back position. If anything, it’s high on their board. Could even be higher than quarterback.
And honestly? It makes sense. Rookie RBs are cheap. Productive. Valuable. And with a quarterback like Rodgers—if he shows up—you want balance. You want someone who can take heat off the pass game. You want flexibility. The Steelers know that.
Jaylen Warren deserves more touches. But pairing him with a young, explosive RB could change this team’s offense fast. Add that to George Pickens, DK Metcalf, and Pat Freiermuth, and suddenly it doesn’t look too bad. Even with a fragile 41-year-old quarterback under center.