Insider backs $80,000,000 WR to turn Steelers into AFC North favorites after Aaron Rodgers' blockbuster signing

Aaron Rodgers ended months of speculation about his future on Thursday when he agreed to sign a one-year deal with the Pittsburgh Steelers. The veteran quarterback is expected to lead the Steelers' offense for the 2025 season. Since Pittsburgh has been able to land the four-time MVP, the team is reportedly planning to sign another free agent to support Rodgers.

According to reports, the Steelers are now linked with signing veteran wideout Keenan Allen, who signed a four-year, $80 million extension with the LA Chargers in 2020. Allen was traded to the Chicago Bears ahead of the 2024 season, where he earned $18.1 million in base salary, according to Spotrac.

The Chargers took Allen with the No. 76 pick in the 2013 NFL draft. He played 11 seasons with them and earned six Pro Bowl honors along the way.

In the 2024 season with the Bears, Allen linked up well with rookie quarterback Caleb Williams. The WR posted 744 yards and six touchdowns on 70 receptions, as Chicago finished with a 5-12 record.

Allen is regarded as one of the best free agents available this offseason, and Steelers insider Mark Kaboly feels that the wideout could help Pittsburgh clinch the NFC North next season.

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Steelers may be a Keenan Allen signing away from winning the AFC North.

It will be interesting to see how the Steelers will look to shape their offensive game around Rodgers next season.

Aaron Rodgers will be entering 21st NFL season with Steelers' one-year contract

Former New York Jets QB Aaron Rodgers - Source: Getty

Aaron Rodgers will be entering his 21st year in the NFL when he signs for the Pittsburgh Steelers for the 2025 season.

Rodgers was selected by the Green Bay Packers with the No. 24 pick in the 2005 NFL draft. He played 18 seasons in Green Bay and helped the franchise win the Super Bowl in 2013.

In 2023, Rodgers was traded to the New York Jets, where he played for two seasons.

Although Rodgers was pondering retirement after being released by the Jets this offseason, the 10-time Pro Bowl QB has decided to return to the league for at least one more season with the Steelers.