Aaron Rodgers will not affect the Steelers' draft strategy but the results of the draft could affect their pursuit of a quarterback.

The Pittsburgh Steelers are still waiting for Aaron Rodgers to decide whether he wants to play in 2025. Yet coach Mike Tomlin and general manager Omar Khan stressed Tuesday that Rodgers’ uncertain status will not impact how they approach this week’s NFL draft.

Jason Fitz: "The draft takes place Thursday in Green Bay, to me it is simple, Aaron Rodgers is going to announce his decision right before the first pick is even made...the entire story in Green Bay for the draft is going to be about Aaron Rodgers going to Pittsburgh or retiring.