Overview

• Mike Tomlin indicated that Rodgers is unlikely to play in any 2025 preseason games to preserve his readiness for Week 1.
• Rodgers, recovered from last season’s Achilles tear, is entrenched as Pittsburgh’s starter on a one-year deal he expects to cap his career.
• Pittsburgh added veteran standouts DK Metcalf, Jalen Ramsey and Jonnu Smith this offseason to maximize its championship window.
• CBS Sports analyst Tyler Sullivan has speculated that a 2026 transition year could position the Steelers to draft Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning in 2027.
• With Rodgers planning to retire next offseason, the franchise faces a pressing need to secure a long-term successor under center.