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Steelers Weigh QB Future as Rodgers' One-Year Bet Draws Mixed Reviews

Trade chatter around Anthony Richardson intensifies, reflecting uncertainty beyond Rodgers' 2025 stopgap.

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Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin walks on the field during the second quarter of an NFL preseason matchup at EverBank Stadium, Saturday, Aug. 9, 2025 in Jacksonville, Fla. [Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Union]

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Aug 23, 2015; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) and Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) talk at mid-field before their game at Heinz Field. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Overview

  • ESPN Analytics gives Pittsburgh a 40% chance to reach the 2025 playoffs after a roster reshuffle that added DK Metcalf and Jalen Ramsey and lost Najee Harris and George Pickens.
  • Ben Roethlisberger said Rodgers' arm looked strong at practice and hinted he may revise his preseason win-loss projection upward.
  • Chris Canty questioned whether Rodgers can raise Pittsburgh's floor, calling expectations of a return to MVP form a "hoax" and citing age, injuries and protection concerns.
  • Rodgers is on a one-year deal reportedly worth $13.65 million with $10 million guaranteed and incentives up to $19.5 million, has chosen No. 8, and has suggested this could be his final season.
  • Media speculation links the Steelers to a potential trade for Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson after he lost the QB1 job to Daniel Jones, with separate commentary proposing a deal for Eagles backup Tanner McKee to bolster depth.