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Steelers Remain in Limbo Over Aaron Rodgers as Terry Bradshaw Labels Pursuit ‘a Joke’

President Art Rooney II says Pittsburgh will hold out for Rodgers’ choice following the launch of OTAs with Mason Rudolph at the helm of a rebuilt quarterback room.

Aaron Rodgers #12 of the Green Bay Packers looks on prior to the game against the New Orleans Saints at TIAA Bank Field on September 12, 2021 in Jacksonville, Florida.
Mason Rudolph #2 of the Pittsburgh Steelers drops back to pass during the first quarter of a preseason game against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field on August 16, 2018 in Green Bay, Wisconsin.
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Overview

  • Pittsburgh opened organized team activities on May 27 with Mason Rudolph serving as QB1 alongside Skylar Thompson and rookie Will Howard in a revamped room.
  • Art Rooney II told reporters the franchise is prepared to wait “a little while longer” for Rodgers to finalize his 2025 plans.
  • Rodgers has hinted he isn’t ready to retire and has delayed his decision due to personal family health matters.
  • Hall of Famer Terry Bradshaw derided the idea of a one-year deal for Rodgers as “a joke” and criticized the team’s handling of former first-round pick Kenny Pickett.
  • The Steelers have indicated they may pursue veteran Kirk Cousins if Rodgers opts to retire or declines Pittsburgh’s offer.