The standoff between Aaron Rodgers and the Steelers took another turn while everyone waits for the legendary quarterback to make a decision about next season.

Ben Roethlisberger took into account how the Steelers schedule can influence if they land Aaron Rodgers in free agency.

The free agent quarterback, who has four MVPs and a Super Bowl ring on what is a surefire Hall of Fame resumé, had multiple options entering the offseason. However, Moe Moton of Bleacher Report predicted on Tuesday, May 13, that his viable options have narrowed to just two.

As of the morning of May 14, outsiders could only speculate why Rodgers hadn't yet signed a contract to serve as the Steelers starting quarterback for the 2025 season.

SI's Jeremy Brener threw out the idea of Pittsburgh signing Ryan Tannehill. The former Titans Pro Bowler didn't play in 2024 but isn't officially on the NFL's retirement list. Tannehill is 36 now, and while he wouldn't be a shoo-in as a starter, he'd add to a depth chart that will likely also feature Mason Rudolph and rookie Will Howard.

Rodgers has always been opposed to the first two phases of the offseason program. By not agreeing to terms until the third phase looms, he avoids the offseason program until the offseason program becomes, from Rodgers’s perspective, highly relevant.

The Pittsburgh Steelers have been incredibly patient as they await a decision from quarterback Aaron Rodgers, but the wait may finally soon be over.