Aaron Rodgers finally signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers this week, bringing resolution to one of the biggest -- and most drawn-out -- storylines of the 2025 NFL offseason. The quarterback's arrival doesn't change the fact the Steelers have been mired in drama and mediocrity for close to a decade,

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousin is the biggest loser from quarterback Aaron Rodgers' reported decision to sign with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Cousins was always Pittsburgh's best alternative if Rodgers decided to retire, and now he's basically stuck with the Falcons as their backup quarterback for the time being.

While the idea of Kirk Cousins in a Steelers uniform might sound like a quick fix, the reality is far more complicated, and costly. From contract complications to questionable upside, Pittsburgh could be walking into a trap.