Steelers use rare contract tool on Aaron Rodgers, suggesting concern he's exploring options elsewhere
The Pittsburgh Steelers have placed a right-of-first-refusal tender on Aaron Rodgers, a rare move indicating concern he might delay signing or consider other teams. The tender allows Pittsburgh to match any offer Rodgers receives and gives them exclusive rights to sign him if no deal is reached by July 22 or training camp. Rodgers can earn a 10% raise on his previous salary if he signs with the Steelers, but his continued silence has raised speculation about his future. The move signals a more formal and cautious approach by the team compared to their previously cordial relationship with the quarterback.
- ▪The Steelers placed a right-of-first-refusal tender on Aaron Rodgers, allowing them to match any offer he receives from another team.
- ▪If Rodgers signs with another team before July 22 and the Steelers decline to match, they would receive draft compensation.
- ▪Rodgers can earn approximately $15 million with a 10% raise on his 2025 salary if he signs with Pittsburgh.
- ▪The tender gives the Steelers exclusive rights to sign Rodgers if no agreement is reached by July 22 or the start of training camp, whichever is later.
- ▪Neither Rodgers nor the Steelers have confirmed discussions about his future, but his lack of a signed contract by late April has raised speculation.
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OutKick Steelers use rare contract tool on Aaron Rodgers, suggesting concern he's exploring options elsewhere The move also raises the possibility Pittsburgh is concerned Rodgers may not sign before the season By Armando Salguero OutKick Published April 28, 2026 11:23am EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Can the Steelers Afford to Keep Waiting on Aaron Rodgers? | The Herd Colin Cowherd sounds off on Aaron Rodgers’ prolonged silence, questioning how long the Pittsburgh Steelers can afford to wait while their season plans hang in limbo.
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