To support his bold take, Rapoport referenced Steelers President Art Rooney II's comments about being confident Rodgers will sign with the Steelers. The insider clarified that the only time he felt unsure of the signing was when he heard the four-time MVP discuss retirement as a possibility.

For a piece published late Sunday night, ESPN's Brooke Pryor made note of the Pittsburgh Steelers "passing on a quarterback four times before finally selecting 24-year-old developmental prospect Will Howard out of Ohio State in the sixth round" of the 2025 NFL Draft.

He completed 66.9% of his pass attempts for 3,508 yards, 18 touchdowns, and 16 interceptions. His turnover numbers were troubling, but he has along track record of success that would give the Steelers a better option than they currently have in Mason Rudolph and Howard.