Aaron Rodgers to Steelers a done deal already? The man who wrote veteran QB's story thinks it's very possible
The
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saga unfolds, fans and insiders alike are bracing for what could be a transformative chapter in both the franchise's future and Rodgers' storied career. According to Out of the Darkness author Ian O'Connor—Rodgers' biographer and longtime friend—there's a strong belief that a deal is imminent, and it could all culminate before the start of the Steelers' mandatory minicamp.
Insider who penned Aaron Rodgers' life says Pittsburgh could soon land the legendary QB
'I do think there will be a happy ending, at least for him and we will find out for the
Steelers
and their fan base,' O'Connor shared in a recent appearance on 93.7 The Fan. 'If I had $100 to put down, my feeling is he will be in uniform June 10th, for the start of the mandatory minicamp.'
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O'Connor's insights carry weight. He interviewed more than 250 individuals for his 2024 biography on Rodgers and maintains close ties with the quarterback. His conviction about the move isn't rooted in guesswork—it's shaped by Rodgers' own behind-the-scenes messaging to Pittsburgh. O'Connor mentioned that Rodgers has signaled his intent to play for the Steelers but has been delaying the official move due to unresolved personal matters.
'He's told [the Steelers], 'Listen, I'm gonna play for you. I just don't want to go there and then miss part of mandatory minicamp because of my personal issues. I'm pretty sure they're gonna be solved by the end of May, at least in my satisfaction where I can give you my all,'' O'Connor explained.
These personal issues, which Rodgers acknowledged in his only public remarks this offseason, reportedly involve someone close to him. While O'Connor opted not to reveal specifics, he clarified, 'The sense I got was, I think I have a pretty good sense of what it is, and I don't think it's something that would prevent him from playing football.'
From a football standpoint, Rodgers would be a clear upgrade for the Steelers, especially over Mason Rudolph. While Pittsburgh's offense may not be overflowing with elite talent, Rodgers is the type of quarterback who can elevate the players around him. With weapons like DK Metcalf, Pat Freiermuth, Calvin Austin, and Robert Woods, the veteran's presence could unlock a new dimension for the Steelers' attack.
O'Connor is optimistic—not just about the fit, but about the outcome. 'Do I think the Steelers are going to win the Super Bowl? No, but if you told me 11-6 with at least one playoff victory, the first with that franchise since 2016, I think that's realistic. I think that this could be a success story, and certainly a worthy ending for him.'
For Rodgers, a move to Pittsburgh wouldn't just be about chasing a Super Bowl. It would be about redemption. His brief, injury-marred stint with the Jets was widely viewed as a disappointment. 'He knows it was an embarrassment in New York largely, and he's the face of that embarrassment,' O'Connor said. A strong run in Pittsburgh could rewrite the narrative and offer Rodgers a satisfying final act—one that proves Act II wasn't his final bow.
With OTAs set to begin in just over a week and the 2025 NFL schedule now revealed, timing seems to be aligning perfectly. If the deal materializes, expect a press conference in Pittsburgh soon—ushering in what might be Rodgers' last, and potentially most poetic, NFL chapter.
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