NFL News: Aaron Rodgers may have set his deadline to join Mike Tomlin’s Steelers

Aaron Rodgers has yet to give any clear indication about his NFL future, though many continue to speculate that he could ultimately end up joining Mike Tomlin’s Pittsburgh Steelers. According to recent reports, the former Super Bowl champion may have a deadline in place to sign with the franchise.

Adam Schefter has emerged as one of the journalists closest to this ongoing saga that has captured the attention of fans and outsiders alike. According to his perspective, the veteran QB could be nearing the moment when he finally reaches an agreement with the Steelers.

“I think the Steelers’ mandatory minicamp is next month. Forget the exact date, roughly June 10th,” the insider reported via Unsportsmanlike. “I would think that we would get a decision from Aaron Rodgers shortly before then about whether or not he should play.

“To me, you cant’ miss that mandatory minicamp where you start gearing up. I guess you can, but it’s not ideal,” he concluded.

Aaron Rodgers #8 of the New York Jets throws the ball during warmups before the first half of a preseason game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at MetLife Stadium on August 19, 2023 in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

Rodgers’ road to Pittsburgh

Since the departures of Russell Wilson and Justin Fields as the Steelers’ quarterbacks, there’s been plenty of debate over who should ultimately take the reins of Mike Tomlin’s team—one looking to position itself as a true contender in the AFC North.

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With all signs pointing toward adding Aaron Rodgers to the roster, the questions now shift to what the former Jets and Packers quarterback will ultimately decide about his career—and, if he does join Pittsburgh, when he will officially make that move.

As the weeks go by, both sides appear to be getting closer, and the rumors surrounding a potential signing are gaining more traction. It’s now a matter of waiting to see whether the veteran quarterback will indeed suit up in black and yellow for the upcoming NFL season.