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Steelers Cut John Rhys Plumlee, Reportedly Place Right-of-First-Refusal Tag on Aaron Rodgers

A rare tender could limit Rodgers’ options after July 22.

Overview

  • Pittsburgh signed wide receiver Brandon Johnson to a one-year deal and released John Rhys Plumlee to create the roster spot.
  • The team announced the signing and release on its official X account, confirming Plumlee’s departure from his second stint with the Steelers.
  • Plumlee, a former UCF quarterback who also plays receiver, previously spent time with the Jaguars and Seahawks.
  • Behind the Steel Curtain reported that Pittsburgh used a right-of-first-refusal tender on Aaron Rodgers that allows other teams to sign him only until July 22.
  • OTAs begin May 18, setting a near-term checkpoint for roster evaluations and any decisions influenced by the reported Rodgers tender.