The Pittsburgh Steelers went all-in on the 2025 season when they signed Aaron Rodgers, who has openly hinted that this will be his final NFL season. The Steelers could now add a big insurance policy behind Rodgers, with one outlet predicting the team could target a former third-round pick and dual-threat as his backup. Bleacher Report's Kristopher Knox suggested that the Steelers could make a run at Green Bay Packers backup Malik Willis, who proved himself last season by going 2-0 in relief of Jordan Love.
Steelers Predicted to Add Dual-Threat QB as Insurance Behind Aaron Rodgers originally appeared on Athlon Sports.
The Pittsburgh Steelers went all-in on the 2025 season when they signed Aaron Rodgers, who has openly hinted that this will be his final NFL season.
The Steelers could now add a big insurance policy behind Rodgers, with one outlet predicting the team could target a former third-round pick and dual-threat as his backup.
Bleacher Report's Kristopher Knox suggested that the Steelers could make a run at Green Bay Packers backup Malik Willis, who proved himself last season by going 2-0 in relief of Jordan Love.
As Knox noted, the Los Angeles Rams could also be interested if the Packers seem willing to put Willis on the trade block. He added that the Steelers could be the best fit, as the team was already planning to bring back dual-threat Justin Fields before ultimately signing Rodgers.
"The Steelers should also consider kicking the tires on Willis," Knox wrote. "Aaron Rodgers isn't a long-term solution in Pittsburgh, and Willis' dual-threat skill set would fit the system of offensive coordinator Arthur Smith. According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, the Steelers wanted to bring back Fields before losing him to the Jets and pivoting to Rodgers."
Willis is heading into the final season of his rookie contract but has little playing experience, completing 62.5% of his passes for 900 yards in seven appearances with three touchdowns and three interceptions.
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This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 28, 2025, where it first appeared.
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