Adam Schefter Shuts Down Aaron Rodgers, Steelers Rumor
ESPN's Adam Schefter dismissed rumors that Aaron Rodgers might join teams other than the Pittsburgh Steelers for the 2026 season. He emphasized that Pittsburgh has consistently shown interest in Rodgers, who remains a free agent. Schefter suggested Rodgers is taking his time with a decision, similar to Lamar Jackson's contract holdout last year.
- ▪Adam Schefter stated that the Steelers are the only serious team pursuing Aaron Rodgers for the 2026 season.
- ▪Rodgers was a free agent last season, with Minnesota showing brief interest that did not lead to a move.
- ▪Schefter dismissed speculation linking Rodgers to teams like the Arizona Cardinals or Denver Broncos.
- ▪He compared Rodgers' decision timeline to Lamar Jackson's holdout before signing a new contract.
- ▪Organized team activities for the Steelers begin on May 18, which could be a potential decision point for Rodgers.
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By Andrew McCartyShareNewsweek is a Trust Project memberSee more of our trusted coverage when you search.Prefer Newsweek on Googleto see more of our trusted coverage when you search.The Aaron Rodgers questions persist in Pittsburgh, but ESPN's Adam Schefter doesn't believe the Super Bowl champion quarterback is heading anywhere other than with the Steelers – if he returns for the 2026 season."Let's keep in mind here that, he was a free agent last season and the only other team that seemed to kind of kick off at that moment was Minnesota. That didn't really go anywhere. Pittsburgh wanted him, Pittsburgh wants him now," Schefter said via Steelers Depot.The insider went on to suggest that Rodgers liked Pittsburgh and doesn't believe he's holding out for a better opportunity.
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