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Steelers Wait on Rodgers, Bolster Backfield

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The Pittsburgh Steelers have made offseason moves to bolster their offense, but a major question mark remains at quarterback. Despite adding wide receiver Michael Pittman Junior and running back Rico Dowdle, the team is still waiting on Aaron Rodgers decision for the 2026 season. Rodgers indecision has left the team without a clear starter, with analysts and fans questioning if waiting on the 42-year-old is the best path forward. Names like Malik Willis are being floated as potential backups or alternatives, but all eyes are on the quarterback spot.

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Steelers Wait on Rodgers, Bolster Backfield

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NFL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Steelers Wait on Rodgers, Bolster Backfield. Machine-transcribed; use the interactive transcript above to jump the player to any line.

It's March 17th. Here's your NFL news in two minutes. Subscribe to stay locked in all season. The Pittsburgh Steelers have been busy this off season, adding wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. through a trade and signing running back Rico. Doudal to strengthen their offense. Despite these moves, a major gap remains at quarterback as the team eyes return for veteran Aaron Rogers in 2026. Reports indicate the Steelers are in a transition phase and willing to wait on Rogers' decision, as free agency heats up. They boasted the backfield and receiver group, but Rogers' indecision leaves them without a clear starter. Analysts like Mike Florio and Chris Sims are split, with some warning that Rogers could hold the team hostage again by dragging his feet. Fans and experts question if waiting on the 42-year-old is the best path forward. Rogers himself says no deadline has been set by Pittsburgh, and he's still undecided on playing next season. Even Super Bowl weekend talks have slightly boosted odds of a reunion, but uncertainty

lingers. Meanwhile, names like Mollick Willis are floating as potential backups or alternatives if Rogers walks. The Steelers have cap space to resign key free agents, but all eyes stay on that quarterback spot. This episode is proudly sponsored by our partner. A pillow that plays your podcast, music, or white noise privately, no ear buds required. S-O-L-L-I-SoliPillow.com.

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