NFL Rumors: Steelers ready to dump Aaron Rodgers if he flops, claims James Harrison
Speculation surrounds Aaron Rodgers' future with the Steelers despite his promising start (Imagn Images)
Aaron Rodgers is just a few practices into his Pittsburgh Steelers journey, but speculation about how long he'll wear black and gold is already heating up. The four-time MVP has reportedly made a strong first impression—demonstrating leadership, organizing offseason workouts in Malibu, and setting the tone for a team eager to return to its former glory.
Yet despite the promising start, one
Steelers
legend isn't convinced Rodgers will last the season.
James Harrison warns Aaron Rodgers could become a distraction if the Steelers aren't winning
Former Steelers linebacker and NFL Defensive Player of the Year James Harrison recently raised eyebrows with a bold prediction. Speaking on the future of the Rodgers-Steelers relationship, Harrison didn't mince words: if the team struggles, he believes Rodgers' time in Pittsburgh could end sooner than expected.
'If Rodgers isn't working out, and the Steelers aren't winning, the distraction will be too much,' Harrison said, adding that the team might choose to 'move on by the midway point.'
This isn't Harrison taking a personal shot at Rodgers—it's coming from someone who has seen plenty of locker room drama during his time in Pittsburgh. His comments reflect a concern that Rodgers' larger-than-life presence could become a liability if things go south.
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That history raises the stakes for Rodgers' tenure even more.
While head coach Mike Tomlin has not commented on any potential contingency plans, there's no denying the expectations are sky-high—and the margin for error razor thin.
If Rodgers performs like his old self, the Steelers could be contenders. But if the offense stumbles early, the pressure from fans, media, and even inside the building could force a radical decision.
Rodgers may be the most accomplished quarterback the Steelers have had in years, but that won't guarantee job security. As James Harrison made clear, 'unless they're winning, the Steelers-Rodgers relationship isn't going to work out.'
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For now, Rodgers is saying the right things and doing what leaders do. But in Pittsburgh, patience is running low—and only performance will determine whether his story ends in redemption or another high-profile exit.
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