ESPN’s Marcus Spears rips any team waiting on Aaron Rodgers
The NFL offseason has been filled with speculation surrounding the future of quarterback Aaron Rodgers. As one team after another seems to be waiting on the 41-year-old to make a decision, ESPN’s Marcus Spears has some strong words for those still holding out hope.
In a recent interview ahead of the NFL draft, Spears didn’t mince words when discussing teams waiting on Rodgers. He called them “dumb as a box of rocks” for relying on the quarterback to dictate their plans. One team in particular that has been heavily rumored to be Rodgers’ next destination is the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Despite the rumors, it seems that the Steelers may have finally moved on from the waiting game. Reports surfaced that the team had reached out to Rodgers earlier in the week, requesting a decision before the draft. However, the Steelers surprised many by passing on top quarterback prospects Shedeur Sanders and Jaxson Dart in the first round and opting for a defensive lineman instead.
With only Mason Rudolph and Skylar Thompson on the roster as quarterbacks, the Steelers’ decision to pass on top QB prospects raised eyebrows. The team’s next draft pick isn’t until the third round, leaving them with limited options to address the quarterback position.
While Sanders is still available for a potential trade-up, it appears that the Steelers may be holding out hope for Rodgers. Spears believes that relying on Rodgers to elevate the team to Super Bowl contenders is a mistake, as he doesn’t see the move making a significant impact for Pittsburgh.
As the offseason continues and Rodgers’ future remains uncertain, it’s clear that the Steelers and other teams may need to reassess their strategies. Whether Rodgers ultimately decides to stay with the Green Bay Packers or move on to a new team, the NFL landscape is sure to shift significantly.
