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Aaron Rodgers has finally signed a contract, which means the Pittsburgh Steelers finally have an answer on who their starting quarterback will be when the 2025 NFL season kicks off. The Steelers will also have a new leading receiver this year after trading George Pickens and acquiring DK Metcalf.
While the Steelers have much higher expectations with the future Hall of Famer under center, there are still more questions than answers. After all, unlike when Rodgers signed with the New York Jets, he’ll be arriving in Pittsburgh with a much lower sense of familiarity, without a coordinator he’s worked with before, or any of his previous receivers.
In other words, Rodgers’ late start with the Steelers means he has a lot of catching up to do, and the 41-year-old has a lot of work cut out for him. Plus, one NFL analyst isn’t even sure that Rodgers and even Metcalf are a perfect fit for each other or the Steelers’ offense.
Specifically, ESPN’s Ben Solak isn’t sure whether Rodgers will be willing to operate offensive coordinator Arthur Smith’s scheme the way the coach envisions. Plus, is Metcalf an ideal fit for the ultra-demanding four-time NFL MVP? Solak has his doubts.
Nearly predicting a sideline blowup between Rodgers and his projected top receiver is a pretty bold take. Yet, we can assure the cameras will be watching the Steelers’ sideline closely all throughout the season, chronicling one of Rodgers’ final seasons in the NFL. So if something happens, fans should have a front-row ticket to the action.
Rodgers has obviously shown the ability to play at an elite level, even during stretches with the Jets last season. But can he put his ego aside to make everything gel in Pittsburgh? Not having an ideal fit with Metcalf could certainly complicate things; yet, their talent could outweigh any potential weaknesses. At least, that’s what the Steelers are banking on.
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