Overview

• A Newsweek report cites NBC4 Los Angeles analysis tying Pittsburgh to a potential move for Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson, framing it as speculative trade chatter.
• Rodgers, 41, is positioned as the Steelers’ 2025 starter and has indicated this season is likely his last, underscoring the need for a long-term plan under center.
• ESPN Analytics currently gives Pittsburgh roughly a 40% chance to reach the 2025 postseason, reflecting a roster viewed as competitive.
• Richardson, the 2023 No. 4 pick, has shown dual-threat upside but has been limited by injuries and mixed results, playing 15 of 34 games with 2,391 passing yards, 11 touchdowns and 13 interceptions.
• Newsweek notes the Steelers kept much of their core, replaced departures like Najee Harris and George Pickens with additions including DK Metcalf and Jonnu Smith, and received a public vote of confidence from Ben Roethlisberger after observing Rodgers in practice.