Steelers Get Important Quarterback Update From NFL Insider: "Aaron Rodgers...Is Waiting"

The Pittsburgh Steelers' quarterback decision is one of the biggest storylines in the entire football world this offseason. With free agency about to kick into high gear, the quarterback market is heating up. On Friday night, the Las Vegas Raiders traded for Geno Smith from the Seattle Seahawks, setting off a chain reaction as teams begin solidifying their quarterback plans. Many insiders believe the Steelers' decision will be one of the most significant moves yet to be made.

With Smith now in Las Vegas, the market shifts slightly. The Raiders are no longer in play for free-agent quarterbacks and likely won’t be drafting one either, removing a potential landing spot for Russell Wilson. The Steelers, meanwhile, have Wilson and Justin Fields as their two leading options. While Fields has been widely considered the frontrunner to start in 2025, free agency always has its surprises.

Steelers fans won’t have to wait much longer to find out who their starting quarterback will be for the 2025 season—a decision that will shape the franchise’s future for years to come. On Friday, NFL insider Tom Pelissero shared an important update on The Rich Eisen Show regarding Pittsburgh’s pending quarterback decision.

"Another big domino is in Pittsburgh," Pelissero said. "Where, lan Rapoport said it the other day, they've been negotiating with Justin Fields. That appears to be Plan A. Russell Wilson's waiting to see what happens in Pittsburgh. Aaron Rodgers, to a certain degree, is waiting to see what happens in Pittsburgh."

There has been some speculation about Aaron Rodgers as a potential option for the Steelers, though the idea hasn’t gained much traction among fans. The 41-year-old quarterback put up solid numbers with the New York Jets in 2024, throwing for 3,897 yards, 28 touchdowns, and just 11 interceptions while completing 63% of his passes. However, despite having a talented offensive roster, he struggled to translate those stats into wins. 

One major concern is protection—Rodgers had trouble staying upright in New York, and Pittsburgh’s offensive line isn’t exactly known for its stability. His age is another factor, as is the potential for off-field drama, given his reputation as one of the most polarizing figures in the NFL. For those reasons, many Steelers fans believe the team should steer clear of the Rodgers sweepstakes. Still, insiders continue to float his name as a possibility.

Steelers' Fields Clearly The Best Option For Pittsburgh

Fields and Wilson are the clear frontrunners in the Steelers’ quarterback race, and no one is more eager to see how the team’s decision unfolds than they are. Both arrived in Pittsburgh for the 2024 season with something to prove, hoping to show they still belong as starters in the NFL. 

While their circumstances were different, it was a make-or-break year for both. They each performed solidly in their opportunities, but Fields’ age, upside, and lower cost make him a difficult option to overlook. The decision remains open for discussion, as the Steelers, Wilson, and Fields all have a say in how things play out. However, Fields appears to be in the strongest position, as his market is expected to generate the most interest for the reasons mentioned earlier.

A decision is coming soon, and Steelers fans will have plenty of opinions on the outcome. Ultimately, what matters most is that Pittsburgh positions itself for a stronger finish in 2025 than it had in 2024. Finding the right quarterback and improving the offense are the keys to making that happen. Now, Steelers fans wait and watch, wondering what direction their team will take.

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