It’s no secret that the Pittsburgh Steelers will likely need a new starting quarterback in 2026. Aaron Rodgers, 41, has hinted at the slim possibility he could return for a second year, but the overwhelming belief, and his initial declaration, indicate he’ll be one and done with the Steelers.
With the 2026 NFL Draft held in Pittsburgh, it seems almost too obvious that the franchise will try to find its next star quarterback of the future then. But, just as the franchise did with Kenny Pickett, odds are the team will want a veteran who can play in front of that rookie for a time.