Dean Sees Rodgers' Final Shot | NFL News

0:00It's September 7. I'm Cory with the story, and this is NFL News Today, your AI-powered football briefing. Jamel Dean, a new defensive back for the Pittsburgh Steelers, is talking about playing with another legendary quarterback and Aaron Rogers. Rogers has already said that the upcoming NFL season will be his last, and Dean sees a lot of parallels between this situation and his time with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, when they won Super Bowl LV with Tom Brady. He believes there's a real chance to help a future Hall of Famer finish his career on a high note. Dean was part of that Buccaneers team that went all the way, and he's now in a similar position with the Steelers, aiming to help Rogers chase one. Last championship. He's confident in Rogers' abilities, noting that he's still one of the top quarterbacks, and that it would be great to see him go out after a legendary career. This sentiment seems to be shared throughout the Steelers locker room. Beyond just sending Rogers off-right, the Steelers are also motivated by their own recent playoff struggles.

1:02They haven't won a playoff game since 2016, so there's a strong desire to break that streak and make a deep run. This added motivation, combined with the presence of a veteran quarterback like Rogers, creates a unique dynamic for the team this season. The Steelers have been busy in the offseason, bringing in several new players. Dean himself signed a three-year deal worth $36.75 million. They also added to the secondary with players like Ray Sean Jenkins and Jaquan Brisker, and on offense they acquired Michael Pittman Jr. through A. Trade. Dean's experience with Tom Brady and the Buccaneers is particularly valuable. He witnessed firsthand how a talented roster can rally around an aging superstar in pursuit of a championship. While Brady played a couple more years after winning his last Super Bowl, Rogers has been clear that this upcoming season is his final one, making the goal for the Steelers even more defined.