Overview
- NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport said Wednesday on The Pat McAfee Show that he does not expect Rodgers to sign with Arizona and that, if he plays, he expects Pittsburgh.
- The Steelers are seeking clarity by May 18, when organized team activities begin, which NFL reporter James Palmer described as a practical decision point.
- Pittsburgh placed a rare unrestricted free‑agent tender on Rodgers that lets the team match any offer until July 22 and then holds exclusive rights after that date, with a one‑year salary near $15 million if he signs the tender.
- Without Rodgers, analysts rate Pittsburgh’s quarterback depth as thin, with CBS Sports’ Garrett Podell listing the group among the league’s worst and local reporter Ray Fittipaldo saying Will Howard could earn the first shot over Mason Rudolph and rookie Drew Allar.
- Contingency ideas in the media include signing free agent Jimmy Garoppolo or trading for Eagles backup Tanner McKee, while insider Mark Kaboly suggests keeping Rudolph as the veteran No. 2 if Rodgers returns.