Steelers use rare tender to keep Aaron Rodgers in play for 2026 season

The Steelers reportedly placed a rare right-of-first-refusal tender on Aaron Rodgers, allowing him to negotiate with other teams but giving Pittsburgh the right to match any offer and a roughly 10% raise (about $15 million) for this season. A key condition: Rodgers would only be able to sign with the Steelers once training camp begins; if he signs with another team before July 22, he could become a compensatory free agent, potentially earning the Steelers a 2027 compensatory draft pick if that happens.