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The Pittsburgh Steelers have officially announced the signing of veteran quarterback Aaron Rodgers, bringing one of the NFL’s most talked-about players into their fold. The team shared the news across social media and on their official website, where they highlighted Rodgers’ strengths—especially his impressive touchdown-to-interception ratio—while also setting realistic expectations for what his role will be.

In a message posted to the team’s 3.7 million Twitter followers, the Steelers emphasized that they don’t expect the four-time MVP version of Rodgers from a decade ago. Instead, they’re hoping for the kind of stability that Brett Favre gave the Vikings in 2009 or Tom Brady brought to the Buccaneers during their Super Bowl run. “The Steelers also won’t be asking Rodgers to be the Aaron Rodgers of five or 10 years ago. What they need from him is what Favre provided for the Vikings in 2009, when they came within a game of going to the Super Bowl, and what Brady gave to the Buccaneers,” the team wrote.

“The Steelers don’t need him to put on the Superman cape. They don’t need four-time MVP Rodgers. They have enough other stars that nobody needs to be great every game. They just need him to play a solid quarterback.”

A Team Move, Not a One-Man Show

The article makes it clear—this isn’t a move to put Rodgers in the spotlight alone. It’s about strengthening the entire team, and the front office says fans should take this as a positive step forward. “It’s a team game, and the addition of Rodgers makes the Steelers a better team. The Steelers never want to ‘tank’ on a season, nor should they. They want to build the best roster to compete that they can put on the field. That is a commitment that fans should appreciate.”

But not every fan is seeing it that way.

Mixed Reactions from Fans: Not Everyone’s On Board

While the team is urging fans to be optimistic, plenty of Steelers supporters are skeptical. Some aren’t happy about the signing at all—and they’ve been vocal about it online.

That’s part of what could make Rodgers’ introductory press conference especially interesting. So far, no official time or location has been confirmed by the team, but sources suggest it could happen early next week—possibly Monday or Tuesday—and might be held in the press room, on the field, or in the locker room.

What remains to be seen is whether Rodgers will face tough questions from the press—or just a smooth, friendly welcome.

Will Reporters Ask What Fans Really Want to Know?

Rodgers has a complicated history with the media. In New York, where he last played for the Jets, journalists were often criticized for going too easy on him. Some avoided asking about his controversial views, like his skepticism around COVID-19 vaccines, pharmaceutical companies, or even conspiracy theories surrounding 9/11 and Sandy Hook.

Now that he’s in Pittsburgh, the real test is whether the local press will challenge him with real questions—ones the fans want answers to.

For instance:

• Did he strike a deal with the team weeks ago behind closed doors?

• Is he planning to bring former teammates like Allen Lazard to Pittsburgh?

• Will he take a reduced salary to support the team’s cap space?

• And how does he feel knowing many Steelers fans didn’t want him in the first place?

The Dilemma for Journalists Covering One Team

Covering a single NFL team isn’t always easy for reporters. Asking difficult questions might get them cut off from sources or denied interviews. It could even create friction with team officials or editors. So many choose to play it safe.

But some fans are hoping at least one brave reporter speaks up and asks what they’re really thinking.

Can Rodgers Win Over Pittsburgh?

Whether or not fans wanted Rodgers to begin with, he’s here now. And while the team isn’t expecting him to carry the franchise on his back, he’s still a massive presence—on the field and off.

The question now is how Rodgers will respond to the pressure and whether he can win over the city that’s known for its tough love and football obsession.

If the Steelers’ gamble pays off, this could be a story of redemption and one last great run. If not, well—fans will be sure to let him know.