Aaron Rodgers' $70 Million Demand: Steelers Draw the Line, Retirement Looms!

Aaron Rodgers has kept the NFL world on edge with his indecision about where he’ll play in 2025, but the Pittsburgh Steelers are drawing a firm line in the sand regarding his potential signing. Owner Art Rooney II revealed this week that the Steelers are still in talks with Rodgers, but there’s one major hurdle: the hefty price tag.

Rodgers, widely regarded as one of the best quarterbacks in NFL history, reportedly demanded $70 million for a new contract this season. However, Rooney has made it clear that such a price is too steep for the Steelers, especially given their current roster and financial situation. While Rodgers has been a force to be reckoned with in the league, the Steelers are not willing to pay top dollar unless it guarantees a return to elite form—and that’s a big "if."

"Not forever, but a little while longer," Rooney said when asked if the Steelers would wait for Rodgers to make his decision. The team currently has Mason Rudolph as their starting quarterback, but Rooney admitted that he's "comfortable" with Rudolph under center—though it’s certainly not the ideal scenario.

Rodgers, for his part, has hinted that he may retire this year if he doesn't get the contract he desires. While that decision remains in limbo, the Steelers are weighing their options carefully, knowing that Rodgers could offer a quick fix to their quarterback woes. But at $70 million, it seems unlikely that Pittsburgh will meet his demands. The ball is now in Rodgers' court, but the Steelers won’t budge on their price. Will the legendary QB retire, or will the Steelers find common ground on a deal that works for both sides?