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Joe Flacco Signals Openness to Steelers as He Pursues 19th NFL Season

With Pittsburgh’s quarterback plan unsettled, opinions diverge on the 41-year-old free agent’s fit, from Bill Cowher’s endorsement to cautions about the roster.

Overview

  • Flacco said on a recent BMore podcast he would consider Pittsburgh if there is a real opportunity and added he has not felt ready to retire.
  • He enters free agency after splitting 2025 between the Browns and Bengals, finishing with 2,479 passing yards, 15 touchdowns and 10 interceptions.
  • Joining Pittsburgh would complete his run with every AFC North team after previous stops with the Ravens, Browns and Bengals.
  • Coverage notes the Steelers’ interest would likely hinge on Aaron Rodgers’ uncertain future, with Mason Rudolph and Will Howard among current in-house options.
  • Reactions are mixed: Bill Cowher publicly urged Pittsburgh to sign Flacco, while Bleacher Report called the Steelers his worst landing spot, even as his 342-yard, 3-TD win over Pittsburgh in Week 7 underscored his remaining upside.