Pittsburgh may be standing at the edge of one of the boldest moves in franchise history. Veteran Aaron Rodgers has quietly signaled the twilight of his career. For months, the question of who will replace him has loomed over Heinz Field. Now, a single tweet from insider Christopher Carter has hinted at a $180 million solution that Mike Tomlin has found to the problem.

“And just like that, Kirk Cousins is your #Steelers quarterback in 2026,” Carter said on X.

The comment hit with weight, because Kirk Cousins is tied to a $180 million contract with the Falcons , a deal that runs through 2027 and includes massive guarantees. Yet the structure also creates an opening for a 2026 move, exactly when the Steelers will need a veteran successor.

At 42, Aaron Rodgers has shown flashes

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