The Pittsburgh Steelers’ quarterback situation has become one of the most talked-about topics across the NFL. Currently, the team is without a clear starting quarterback, and all signs have pointed toward veteran free agent Aaron Rodgers as the leading candidate to fill that role. However, for Steelers fans, the wait for clarity has felt endless. Rumors about Rodgers' possible arrival in Pittsburgh have been circulating for some time, yet no official move has been made. This prolonged period of silence has created growing speculation about what’s causing the delay, and whether Rodgers truly intends to come to the Steelers for this upcoming season.
The 2025 Kentucky Derby recently brought together a number of high-profile celebrities, including Rodgers. Rodgers attended a Sports Illustrated party during the event, where a lot of people noticed a curious detail, a ring on his finger that resembled a wedding band. While it clearly wasn’t a Super Bowl ring, its appearance quickly sparked rumors about a possible secret marriage. No official confirmation has been made regarding Rodgers’ marital status, but former teammate and co-host of The Pat McAfee Show, AJ Hawk, who was also at the event, offered some insight into the growing speculation surrounding the situation.
"He seems very happy, he's doing very well, looks good physically and mentally, but not a lot of clarity on that situation, I'm not gonna lie," Hawk said.
The lack of updates surrounding Rodgers touches on two key areas of his life at the moment. First and foremost, as Steelers fans are aware, there’s still no official decision regarding whether he will join the team, with most reports simply speculating on potential timelines rather than citing anything concrete from the organization itself. Despite growing uncertainty among fans who are eager for clarity at the quarterback position, the Steelers' front office has maintained a composed and patient public stance as they await Rodgers’ decision.
It has also been reported that the Steelers have offered Rodgers only a one-year deal. Initially, many thought this short-term offer was part of a strategy to draft their next franchise quarterback in the 2025 NFL Draft. However, with the draft now complete, that theory appears to be less likely. While the Steelers did select a quarterback in Will Howard, they waited until the sixth round, using the 185th overall pick, to do so. Given how highly valued the quarterback position is in today’s NFL, this late selection gave fans the impression that the Steelers' front office remains confident that Rodgers will ultimately choose to sign with the team for the upcoming season.
Regarding the speculation about a possible secret marriage, there has been little concrete information available. Although Rodgers is no stranger to media attention and often finds himself in the spotlight for various reasons, he tends to keep his personal life, especially romantic relationships, very private. The only public acknowledgment came during an appearance on The Pat McAfee Show, where he briefly mentioned being in a serious relationship. However, he revealed no further details, no name, no timeline, and no indication of just how serious the relationship actually is—leaving everyone to continue speculating.
This adds another layer to the speculation about why Rodgers hasn’t signed with the Steelers yet. Many expected him to make an announcement during his appearance on The Pat McAfee Show, but he chose not to, instead citing that he has a lot of personal matters unfolding at the moment. Now, with Rodgers appearing at the Sports Illustrated party looking sharp and notably wearing what appeared to be a wedding band, fans are wondering if this could be one of the personal issues he was referring to. Even NFL insider Ian Rapoport, who also attended the event, mentioned Rodgers' appearance during his own appearance on The Pat McAfee Show, further fueling the conversation.
"He looked great", Rapoport shared.
It’s certainly encouraging to see Rodgers appearing well and in good spirits, but it doesn’t change the reality that the Steelers still don't have a confirmed starting quarterback.
Steelers Have Important Dates Approaching
With Organized Team Activities (OTAs) quickly approaching, the need for clarity becomes even more important. OTAs are crucial for team-building, developing chemistry, and building on skills for the season ahead.
This would be the perfect time for Rodgers to integrate into the team and start working with the offense. Steelers fans are left hoping that a definitive answer from Rodgers will come soon, preferably before those OTAs begin.
