The Steelers have not yet replaced receiver George Pickens. Jets receiver Allen Lazard is “ in play ” to be acquired via trade, now that quarterback Aaron Rodgers has agreed to terms.

But there’s an important question to consider before automatically reuniting Rodgers and Lazard, again: Does Lazard want to do that?

Lazard has a well-earned reputation of being two different players. With Rodgers, good. Without Rodgers, not.

Earlier this year, Lazard gave up $8.5 million in non-guaranteed pay for 2025 to stay with the Jets. In return, he’ll be a free agent after the upcoming season.

Per a source with knowledge of Lazard’s thinking, he sees a very real potential benefit to proving his ability to function at an acceptable level without Rodgers as his quarterback. With the Jets planning

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