What happened: Aaron Rodgers said there is “zero debate” about ending his NFL career after the 2026 season. Rodgers returned to Pittsburgh for a 22nd NFL season after weighing retirement during the offseason.
Why it matters: Pittsburgh enters the year with a fixed endpoint at quarterback, making its succession plan an immediate roster issue. The Steelers are trying to turn last season’s AFC North title into their first playoff victory since the 2016 season.
By the numbers: Rodgers is the only NFL quarterback with at least 55,000 passing yards and 3,000 rushing yards.
What to watch: Training camp will show how Pittsburgh structures its offense around Rodgers while preparing for a quarterback transition in 2027.