Pittsburgh is buzzing with excitement as Aaron Rodgers officially joins the Steelers for the 2025 NFL season. Although he inked his contract on June 7, coach Mike Tomlin revealed that he had been aware of Rodgers’ decision to come to Pittsburgh long before the NFL draft. This knowledge was a pivotal factor in the team’s decision to not pick a quarterback during the draft, sealing their confidence in Rodgers as a future player for the franchise.
Rodgers first walked through the Steelers’ facility on March 21. Although no deal was finalized at that time, discussions began that would lay the groundwork for this exciting partnership. Tomlin recently discussed these early conversations on The Pivot Podcast, expressing his admiration for the veteran quarterback. “You know, this dude’s been doing it 21 years,” he said. Tomlin wanted to understand what still drives the four-time MVP at this point in his career. “All he wants to do is win. All he wants to do is have fun within the game,” he emphasized.
Despite public doubt about the situation, Tomlin’s confidence that Rodgers would join the Steelers appears to have been well-placed. Now, as training camp unfolds, it seems both coach and quarterback are on the same page. Rodgers has echoed Tomlin’s sentiments, praising him for his leadership. “Mike T is the man. Any hate, disrespect and the ilk is complete and utter bulls—,” Rodgers stated during a recent interview.
Rodgers regards his connection with Tomlin as something special, highlighting the friendly nature of their talks. He shared his surprise at how great of a leader Tomlin is in person, a quality he had already expected but found even more impressive in action. With this new alliance set in motion, Pittsburgh fans are hopeful for an exciting season ahead, led by an amicable duo aiming for success.
