Rodgers has met with the team's top brass and saw his other potential NFL options whittled away as other quarterback-needy teams made decisions, but has yet to make a final decision. While reports indicate that the Steelers are confidence he will ultimately sign in Pittsburgh, Rodgers has kept the team waiting.

Pittsburgh went 10-7 and made the playoffs in 2024 under quarterbacks Russell Wilson and Justin Fields. Wilson signed with the New York Giants while Fields went to the Jets to replace Rodgers, so the position is open for the taking.

There is no secret handshake or under-the-table deal between the Pittsburgh Steelers and Aaron Rodgers, according to NFL insider Peter Schrager. Schrager detailed the entire process between Rodgers and the Steelers, saying Rodgers has been truthful and upfront with both teams about his issues and why he would not decide for a while.