Steelers Wait on Rodgers, Draft Looms

0:00It's April 20th, NFL News Today starts now, AI powered and always on. Pittsburgh Steelers fans feeling that day javu in the 2026 offseason. Just like last year, the team still holding out for Aaron Rogers, even as key dates slip by. Art Rooney promised a quicker decision this time, but voluntary mini-camp kicked off Monday was zero word from Rogers Camp. Rooney doubled down at the owner's meetings, saying he chatted with Rogers and expects an answer before the NFL draft on Thursday. He stressed it wouldn't drag on like before, keeping hopes alive for that reunion. Steelers brass dang cool, but the silence has folks buzzing. Rooney admitted they're not eyeing a quarterback in round one, calling the draft wide open instead. With 12 total picks, they're hyped to stack talent regardless. If Rogers goes through draft night though, they might pivot hard to Alabama's Thai Simpson early. Rooney's words could get tested, forcing a fresh plan at the most critical spot. Draft weeks here, so we'll see if Rogers breaks radio silence or if Pittsburgh reloads without him, building that roster fire.