The football world is buzzing with the latest blockbuster move: Aaron Rodgers is officially heading to Pittsburgh and is expected to ink a deal to suit up for the Steelers in 2026. Sources close to the situation confirm the news, which broke on Thursday, May 7, thanks to NFL Network insider Ian Rapoport's post on X. The scoop was first reported by Pittsburgh radio station 93.7 The Fan.

"This is not a drill. This is real. Aaron Rodgers expected to be in town tonight with the expectation of him signing this weekend," exclaimed Adam Crowley, host of The Fan, capturing the electric anticipation surrounding the move.

At 42 years old, the mercurial quarterback already has a taste of success with the Steel City. In 2025, Rodgers led the Steelers to a solid 10-7 record and clinched the AFC North title. While the postseason ended on a sour note with a 30-6 loss to the Houston Texans in the wild-card round, the chemistry between Rodgers and the team is undeniable.

A four-time NFL MVP, Rodgers played last season on a one-year, $13.65 million contract. The Steelers took a strategic step on April 28 by placing a seldom-used unrestricted free-agent tender on him. This savvy move allows Rodgers to accept a 10 percent raise while giving Pittsburgh valuable draft compensation if he were to sign elsewhere—a clear sign the organization is all-in on keeping their star quarterback for the long haul.