The Pittsburgh Steelers and Aaron Rodgers have kept fans on the edge of their seats this offseason, with whispers of a secret handshake deal fueling endless speculation. But according to NFL Network insider Ian Rapoport, those rumors are just that—rumors.

Appearing on Good Morning Football with Kyle Brandt, Rapoport poured cold water on the idea that the Steelers and the future Hall of Fame quarterback had a "private agreement" in place for the 2026 season. "My sense is Rodgers assumed he was going to be back," Rapoport explained. "The Steelers have assumed he's going to be back. I don't know if there's an agreement. … I don't get the sense there was like a private agreement. I think it was more like, 'Trust this process.' It was good last year for him. It was good last year for us."

While Rapoport acknowledged that the Steelers likely felt there was a "very good chance" Rodgers would be their starter in 2026, he added a familiar caveat: with Rodgers, you never really know for certain. That unpredictability is part of what makes this saga so compelling—and why fans are hanging on every update.

Now, with Rodgers set to visit the Steelers in the coming days, the waiting game may finally be nearing its end. A signed contract could silence the noise and give Pittsburgh a clear path forward under center. For a fanbase that's grown tired of the uncertainty, that would be a welcome relief.

Whether you're stocking up on Steelers gear to celebrate the move or just watching the drama unfold, one thing is clear: this story is far from over. Stay tuned as the offseason heats up and the Black and Gold look to make a splash.