Steelers’ pursuit of Aaron Rodgers gains steam with reported interest in Packers WR
Context:
The Pittsburgh Steelers are actively pursuing veteran quarterback Aaron Rodgers, with recent moves indicating their interest. Following the trade of wide receiver George Pickens to the Dallas Cowboys, the Steelers have reportedly reached out to the Green Bay Packers about acquiring wide receiver Romeo Doubs, whom Rodgers is known to favor. This strategy mirrors the New York Jets' previous attempts to attract Rodgers by surrounding him with familiar players. Doubs, who played with Rodgers in 2022, had a solid season with 42 receptions, and his potential acquisition would complement the Steelers' offseason efforts, which included signing DK Metcalf. If successful, these moves could significantly enhance the Steelers' roster for the 2025 NFL season, making it one of the most compelling in the league.
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The Steelers' pursuit of Aaron Rodgers gained momentum after trading wide receiver George Pickens to the Dallas Cowboys, prompting speculation about how this affects their strategy to acquire the veteran quarterback.
Reports indicate that the Steelers have inquired about Packers wide receiver Romeo Doubs, a player Rodgers is believed to have a good relationship with, following their time together in the 2022 season.
This approach is similar to the strategy used by the New York Jets, who signed former Packers like Allen Lazard and traded for Davante Adams to make Rodgers more comfortable.
Doubs had a productive season with Green Bay in 2022, recording 42 receptions for 425 yards and three touchdowns, making him a valuable asset for the Steelers' ambitions.
The Steelers' offseason has been notably active, with significant moves like acquiring DK Metcalf, and if they succeed in landing Rodgers, it could create one of the most intriguing teams in the NFL for the upcoming seasons.
Aaron Rodgers' potential arrival in Pittsburgh would follow a pattern of teams attempting to lure him by surrounding him with trusted receivers from his past teams, enhancing both his comfort and performance.
The Packers are also working on restructuring contracts, such as Jaire Alexander's, indicating a willingness to make moves that could facilitate trades and adjustments in their roster.
There were bound to be domino effects after the Pittsburgh Steelers traded wide receiver George Pickens to the Dallas Cowboys.
Almost immediately, speculation turned to how the move might impact Pittsburgh’s pursuit of veteran quarterback Aaron Rodgers.
According to 93.7 The Fan’s Andrew Fillipponi, the Steelers have reached out to the Green Bay Packers regarding wide receiver Romeo Doubs.
“The Steelers have inquired about Packers WR Romeo Doubs. Green Bay drafted two WRs,” Fillipponi reported, citing a source. “And Aaron Rodgers played with Doubs in 2022. It’s believed Rodgers really likes Doubs. We’ll see where this goes.”
The Packers added Texas' Matthew Golden and TCU's Savion Williams in the draft.
"I don't think Aaron Rodgers wanted to play with George Pickens," Fillipponi said while on Maggie and Perloff. "I don't think it's a coincidence that he went and threw to DK Metcalf, he did not throw to George Pickens. He interviews about coming to the Steelers... never once mentions Pickens."
If a deal happens, the Steelers would be following a familiar playbook — one the New York Jets previously used in trying to satisfy Rodgers by surrounding him with familiar faces. That included signing former Packers receiver Allen Lazard and trading midseason for Davante Adams last year.
Rodgers and Doubs played together during the 2022 season in Green Bay, when Doubs posted 42 receptions for 425 yards and three touchdowns.
“Aaron Rodgers was very fond of Romeo Doubs when they were together,” Sports Illustrated’s Albert Breer said Wednesday.
A potential trade for Doubs would only add to the Steelers’ active offseason, which has already included parting ways with Pickens and acquiring former Seattle Seahawks star DK Metcalf. If Pittsburgh does end up landing Rodgers, it could make for one of the most intriguing rosters in the NFL heading into the 2025 season.
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