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.

The Pittsburgh Steelers kicked off their annual Girls Flag Football season this weekend.

Athletes from six local high schools and seven colleges met up at St. Vincent College in Westmoreland County to compete in two games each on Saturday. This week, Jeannette, McKeesport, Plum, Penn Hills, Woodland Hills, and Gateway participated.

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What started as a club sport in Southwestern Pennsylvania has now grown to include over 50 high schools.

“Girls have been playing football and flag football for years and years. It’s been in communities but it’s never been official; they’ve never been able to put on their school jersey, whether it’s a high school or college jersey. Now, they have that opportunity to compete,” said Senior Manager of Alumni Relations and Youth Football Mike Marchinsky.

The Steelers have contributed more than $250,000 to develop Girls Flag Football in Western Pennsylvania. The money helps pay for uniforms, travel, coaches and athletic trainers.

Giant Eagle, the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette and Spread Group have also helped make games happen on Saturday.

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Russell Wilson and the Pittsburgh Steelers officially went their separate ways this week after he signed a one-year deal with the New York Giants.

The agreement effectively removed New York from the Aaron Rodgers sweepstakes, leaving the Steelers as the only true suitor for his services at the moment.

Wilson met with the Giants during the opening week of free agency, though it took an extended period of time before the two sides came to terms.

Multiple reports indicated that the contract guaranteed the 36-year-old $10.5 million with a maximum value of $21 million. The full details were unknown, however, until Sports Illustrated’s Albert Breer revealed the specifics of the pact.

Wilson will receive an $8 million signing bonus in tandem with a $2 million base salary and a $500,000 workout bonus, making up the entirety of his guarantees.

As for incentives based upon his time spent behind center, he would earn an additional $500,000 for playing 65 percent of the team’s snaps, $1 million for 75 percent and $1.5 million for 85 percent.

There’s also plenty of performance-based payouts involved, as Wilson would net $500,000 for reaching each of the following benchmarks: a passer rating above 96.0, a 64.0 percent completion rate, 20 or more passing touchdowns with a passer rating above 88.0, and 2,500 or more passing yards with at least an 88.0 passer rating.

Furthermore, he’d pocket $250,000 for accomplishing each of the following: 30 or more touchdowns alongside an 88.0 passer rating or above, as well as throwing for at least 3,500 yards to go with an 88.0 or above passer rating.

If the Giants turn their whole operation around and make the playoffs, Wilson would make $750,000 if he logs 55 percent of the reps and $1.5 million if he plays 75 percent.

In a world where New York wins a postseason game and he sees the field for 55 percent of the snaps, he’d net $500,000. If it were to capture a second victory, Wilson would make an additional $500,000.

Finally, in any game he plays at least 50 percent of the snaps and the Giants emerge victorious, Wilson would gain $176,470.59.

The Steelers and Wilson seemingly ended their relationship on rocky terms following a five-game losing streak to end the 2024 campaign, but he now has a chance to make his mark in the Big Apple.

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