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Steelers Tender Rodgers, Offer Insurance Amid Retirement Uncertainty

4/30/2026

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The Steelers placed a tender on quarterback Aaron Rodgers that lets them match offers, a third-round pick if he leaves, and negotiate on July 22 or training-camp day.
Owner Art Rooney II said the tender is insurance, not pressure, and team does not expect Rodgers to depart.
Rodgers told reporters in March he has no deadline and is weighing retirement or playing for Pittsburgh, while the Steelers drafted Drew Allar weekend.

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The Steelers placed a tender on quarterback Aaron Rodgers that lets them match offers, a third-round pick if he leaves, and negotiate on July 22 or training-camp day.
Owner Art Rooney II said the tender is insurance, not pressure, and team does not expect Rodgers to depart.
Rodgers told reporters in March he has no deadline and is weighing retirement or playing for Pittsburgh, while the Steelers drafted Drew Allar weekend.