Rumors circulate around the Pittsburgh Steelers and Aaron Rodgers, as a Kentucky Derby joke targets the quarterback.
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Aaron Rodgers' future with the Pittsburgh Steelers just keeps getting more tangled, like a skein of yarn thrown into a washing machine on spin cycle. Fresh from his own introspection, he decided to catch a bit of the 2025 Kentucky Derby chaos - a horse race that, unsurprisingly, didn't manage to rid his life of turmoil. During the festivities, NBC host Ahmed Fareed couldn't resist using the opportunity to chuck a barb his way about the Steelers drama.
"Aaron Rodgers, still single, but perhaps his Derby horse is the perfect match," Fareed snickered, hinting at the ongoing saga between Rodgers and the Steelers.
As one of the sea of attendees at the legendary horse race, Rodgers watched on as Sovereignty pulled off a major upset over the betting favorite, Journalism. At 41, Rodgers sure knows how to party during his off-seasons, right down to always making time for the Derby.
Trainer Bill Mott celebrated his second Kentucky Derby win with Sovereignty, six years after his predecessor, Country House, snatched victory in 2019 ... well, sort of. Country House actually won disqualified, but we ain't here to split hairs, now are we?
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The Steelers Still Await Rodgers
Betting odds be damned! The Steelers took their sweet time in taking a quarterback during the 2025 NFL Draft, waiting until the sixth round. Their tactics speak volumes about their continued hope for Rodgers, who continues to wrangle with life's big questions and personal matters.
Mason Rudolph, journeyman veteran, leads the current QB room for the Steelers. He's a seasoned backup, but has yet to prove he's capable of handles the big dog position full-time. Without Rodgers, the Steelers' roster positions them for a rebuild - but with the addition of star wideout DK Metcalf, they clearly harbor championship dreams. With no word on Rodgers' plans, Pittsburgh's fate hangs in an uncertain balance, sans a clear Plan B.
Enough with the mincing words, though: the Steelers are biding time, yet remain supportive of Rodgers' personal journey. No sign of them holding the guy hostage, mind you. Just him weighing his options and seeking the perfect fit before making a move.
But here's the tea on the rumor mill: experts believe he'll announce his decision around the time the NFL schedule is released (aiming for May 15), possibly even trying to upstage the league itself. Fox Sports' Keyshawn Johnson is convinced Rodgers is on his way to Pittsburgh, provided the Steelers settle their roster drama - which, let's be honest, is some kind ofci battlefield at the moment.
All in all, Rodgers' decision hinges on his personal wants, the Steelers' roster situation, and timing relative to the NFL calendar. Looks like we'll be watching this one unfold, folks. Buckle up!
- The ongoing speculations about Aaron Rodgers' future persist, as the 2025 NFL Draft passed without the Pittsburgh Steelers drafting a new quarterback, indicating their continued hope for Rodgers.
- In the absence of a definitive announcement from Rodgers, the Steelers find themselves in a precarious position, with Mason Rudolph leading the quarterback room and a roster skewed towards rebuilding, but bolstered by the addition of star wideout DK Metcalf.
- Amidst the uncertainty, experts predict that Rodgers may announce his decision around the release of the NFL schedule, potentially aiming to make a dramatic entrance and shake up the league.
- Despite the turbulence surrounding the Steelers' roster, there's no indication of coercion toward Rodgers, as the team remains supportive of his personal journey, waiting for him to find the ideal fit.
