What if the Pittsburgh Steelers never sign Aaron Rodgers? The backup plan is pretty foggy, but coach Mike Tomlin pointed out an unexpected alternative on Sunday at the NFL's league meeting. The Steelers already acquired old friend Mason Rudolph this offseason.

The Pittsburgh Steelers have been uncertain about their starting quarterback for the 2025 season for several months now. When the 2024 season ended, Team President Art Rooney II stated that the team had interest in either Russell Wilson or Justin Fields,

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Mason Rudolph (2) celebrates Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver George Pickens scoring a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Saturday, Dec. 23, 2023, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar) AP