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Steelers owner Art Rooney II said he still expects to know whether Aaron Rodgers will play for Pittsburgh this season in the next few weeks, noting ongoing communication with Rodgers. The team recently used an unrestricted free agent tender mainly to preserve a potential compensatory pick if Rodgers signs elsewhere, but Rooney said that outcome isn’t expected; the key question remains Rodgers’ plans for 2026.
Steelers owner Art Rooney II says he expects Aaron Rodgers’ decision on returning for 2026 to come before the April 23 NFL draft in Pittsburgh, with retirement or another season in Pittsburgh as likely options. Rodgers helped Pittsburgh reach the 2025 postseason, and Rooney noted Rodgers told him he wouldn’t drag out the decision as long as last year. With Mason Rudolph and Will Howard on the roster, Rodgers’ choice will shape the Steelers’ quarterback plans.
ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith blasted Art Rooney II after the NFLPA ranked the Steelers 32nd, criticizing ownership for leadership and facilities issues, and arguing the franchise has fallen short of its historic standards as questions swirl around coaching decisions and the team’s direction.
Steelers President Art Rooney II issued a heartfelt statement mourning Mike Wagner, praising his pivotal role on the 1970s championship teams, his toughness and consistency, and his team-first attitude, while extending condolences to Wagner’s family.
The Pittsburgh Steelers hired Mike McCarthy as head coach after a formal interview process, citing his winning track record and success developing quarterbacks; the decision wasn’t framed as a Rodgers reunion, and McCarthy will assemble a staff and evaluate the quarterback room with the aim of developing a young passer and winning a championship.
Omar Khan and Art Rooney II told Steelers coaches that their emails would be shut off after the week and to start exploring other jobs, signaling a broad overhaul as a new head coach likely takes the reins; one coach, Danny Smith, has already departed for Tampa Bay and many assistants face uncertain futures depending on the next hire.
The Steelers are reportedly planning to interview former Packers coach Mike McCarthy as part of their search to replace Mike Tomlin, a move highlighting McCarthy's Pittsburgh roots and his history with Aaron Rodgers.
NFL Network's Ian Rapoport says Aaron Rodgers is not expected to return to the Pittsburgh Steelers after Mike Tomlin's resignation, shifting the team’s plans from a Rodgers reunion to hiring a new head coach and choosing a quarterback elsewhere. Rodgers’ future remains uncertain as the Steelers, who previously considered a Rodgers option, prepare for a post-Tomlin era following a 10-7 season in which Rodgers threw for 3,322 yards, 24 TDs and seven interceptions.
Steelers president Art Rooney II said Tomlin's departure wasn’t shocking and will shape the Steelers’ coaching search, while suggesting Aaron Rodgers’ potential decision to join Pittsburgh could be affected by a post-Tomlin era; Rooney stressed continuity and a strong quarterback plan as the team begins interviewing external candidates (e.g., Brian Flores, Chris Shula, Nate Scheelhaase, Anthony Weaver, Jesse Minter) in the coming weeks.
Steelers owner Art Rooney II says there’s no plan to rebuild and that the team will compete for a championship every year from Day One with the next coach, even if the roster has gaps and the club must solve a long‑term quarterback situation to keep pace with the Ravens and Bengals.
Rooney said Aaron Rodgers came to Pittsburgh to play for Mike Tomlin, and with Tomlin’s departure his future with the Steelers—and possibly the NFL—is in doubt. Rodgers signed a one-year deal, and after a 30–6 wild-card loss to the Texans, his decision will likely hinge on whether he wants to continue in a rebuilding Steelers era, with retirement a real possibility in his 40s; a formal decision is expected in coming months.
Steelers owner Art Rooney II said Mike Tomlin told him he does not anticipate coaching in the near future, opting to spend time with his family after 19 years in Pittsburgh. The Steelers still hold Tomlin’s coaching rights, and the team will address any future opportunities if and when Tomlin returns to the sideline.
Steelers owner Art Rooney II says Aaron Rodgers’ future with Pittsburgh will likely depend on Mike Tomlin’s plans, noting Rodgers came to the Steelers to play for Tomlin. With Tomlin stepping down, Rooney indicates the quarterback spot for 2026—between Mason Rudolph, Will Howard, and other candidates—will be a key topic in the team’s offseason discussions.
In a statement, Steelers President Art Rooney II announced that Mike Tomlin will step down as head coach after 19 seasons, praising his leadership, a sixth Super Bowl title, 13 playoff appearances, eight AFC North titles, and a never-losing-season streak, with Rooney and the organization expressing deep gratitude.
The Pittsburgh Steelers initially had reservations about the NFL's new kickoff rule but ultimately voted in favor of it once it became clear that it would pass, with owner Art Rooney II stating that there was not much enthusiasm for the change initially. The rule, which represents a significant shift in kickoffs, was ultimately approved with only the 49ers, Raiders, and Packers voting against it.