Aaron Rodgers has once again taken center stage in the NFL rumor mill, this time by delivering a shocking ultimatum to the Pittsburgh Steelers. The veteran quarterback, known for his confidence and strong personality, has reportedly given the team just three days to make a major decision regarding his potential future with them.

Sources close to the situation reveal that Rodgers is pushing the Steelers to finalize their plans for their quarterback position before he commits to any further discussions. “I give the team three days to decide this,” Rodgers reportedly said, leaving fans and analysts speculating about what exactly he is demanding.

The Steelers, who have been juggling options at quarterback, haven’t ruled out making a big move, but Rodgers’ bold approach puts them in a tight spot. The team already has Mason Rudolph and Skylar Thompson on the roster, and while neither has been officially named the long-term starter, bringing in a future Hall of Famer like Rodgers would be a seismic shift for the franchise.

NFL insiders believe Rodgers’ ultimatum is about control. He wants to ensure that if he joins the Steelers, he won’t have to compete for the starting job. At this stage of his career, the former Green Bay Packers and New York Jets quarterback expects to be the undisputed leader of the offense.

Steelers fans have had mixed reactions to Rodgers’ demand. Some are thrilled at the idea of having a quarterback of his caliber, believing he could be the missing piece to lead Pittsburgh back to Super Bowl contention. Others, however, are skeptical, arguing that the Steelers should focus on developing a younger quarterback rather than building around a soon-to-be 41-year-old veteran.

Coach Mike Tomlin has yet to issue a public response to Rodgers’ ultimatum, but insiders suggest he is weighing all options carefully. The Steelers have always valued stability and team-first culture, so the idea of catering to a quarterback’s demands—no matter how talented—may not sit well with the organization’s leadership.

With the clock ticking, the Steelers must now decide whether to take a gamble on a short-term championship push with Rodgers or stick to their current plans. One thing is for certain: if Pittsburgh fails to act within Rodgers’ three-day deadline, he may turn his attention elsewhere, leaving the Steelers to wonder if they just let a golden opportunity slip away.