The wait is finally over for the Pittsburgh Steelers, as reports indicate that quarterback Aaron Rodgers is en route to the Steel City to put pen to paper. According to former NFL player Dorin Dickerson and Pittsburgh radio host Adam Crowley, Rodgers is expected to arrive on Thursday and sign with the team over the weekend.

This move comes after the Steelers placed a rare URFA tender on Rodgers last week—a strategic insurance policy that not only prevents him from signing elsewhere without compensation but also guarantees a raise on his 2025 salary, potentially paying him around $15 million for the 2026 season. While there was buzz about Rodgers possibly joining the Arizona Cardinals, it appears the veteran signal-caller is ready to run it back with the black and gold.

Rodgers led the Steelers to an AFC North title last season, though the team fell short in the playoffs. Now, with a reloaded offense that includes the addition of veteran wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. and rookie Germie Bernard, the passing game has a fighting chance to take the next step. For Steelers fans, this weekend could mark the beginning of a new chapter—one that blends experience with fresh firepower.