The NFL offseason is basically Survivor at this point—every team is either making power moves or getting played. Trades, QB drama, money flying around like Monopoly cash—it’s a straight-up rollercoaster. And now, we have one of the wildest plot twists yet.
The New York Giants (aka a $6.7 billion squad) just said, ‘Nah, we good’ to Sam Darnold and are pulling up on Aaron Rodgers instead. Yeah, THAT Aaron Rodgers. Four-time MVP. Future Hall of Famer. Darkness retreat enthusiast. And if this actually happens? The entire NFC East just got a serious upgrade. Shoutout to Peter Schrager for stirring the pot on Good Morning Football and making things 10x juicier.
Rodgers — NYG is very interested…
Pitt could be too… https://t.co/H65I7IqslI
— Peter Schrager (@PSchrags) March 10, 2025
Schrager was cooking when he said, “I am fascinated at two questions. One, who is the quarterback throwing [DK Metcalf] the ball? We should find that out hopefully later today or tomorrow. And two, is George Pickens in that wide receivers room as well? Because those are two fiery personalities.” Translation? The Steelers just finessed DK Metcalf from the Seahawks—sending a 2025 second-rounder to Seattle and locking him up on a five-year, $150M bag. That man’s about to be BIG chillin’ in Pittsburgh, but the Steelers still got a problem—who’s slinging the rock?
Their first pick? Justin Fields. Schrager even confirmed, “Justin Fields is who Pittsburgh wants. However, Justin Fields is going to have a market.” In other words, Pittsburgh isn’t the only team sliding into Fields’ DMs. The Falcons, Raiders, and a few others are lurking, so if the Steelers miss out, they’re back to square one. That’s when Sam Darnold’s name started getting thrown around. Until Schrager hit us with the biggest plot twist: “Is Aaron Rodgers throwing to DK Metcalf next year?”
Enter: The New York Giants. The same squad that was supposedly vibing with Darnold is now low-key the favorite to land Rodgers. And TBH? It tracks. The Giants need a real QB if they want to stop being the NFC East’s punching bag, and Rodgers—when he’s not out manifesting in a cave—is still HIM. The dude can walk into the NFC East and instantly make the Giants a problem. Plus, imagine the pettiness if Rodgers goes to the Giants and is out here balling in the same city as the Jets, the team that watched him go down four snaps into the season. That’s a Netflix doc waiting to happen.
And let’s talk money real quick. Schrager straight-up said, “The money is almost funny money at this point. I can’t compare it to previous years because it’s gone up so much in the last couple of years where this might just be the going rate for a star wide receiver.” He’s spitting. DK Metcalf’s $30M per year sounds wild now, but when Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins sign their megadeals, that number’s gonna look light.
So if Rodgers really pulls up to the Giants, the NFC is going to feel real different next season. The Giants already have a solid defense, a good O-line, and weapons like Darren Waller.
As for the Steelers? Y’all better figure it out. DK Metcalf didn’t get traded just to have some random backup throwing him hospital balls. If Fields is off the table and Darnold is out of the picture, they have to move fast—whether that’s a rookie QB or another surprise vet.
Moral of the story? If the Giants actually pull off this Rodgers move, it’s an offseason MASTERPIECE. The Steelers’ plans get wrecked. The NFC gets spicier, and the NFL gets even messier. Buckle up—this offseason is straight-up chaotic energy.
Justin Fields says ‘I’m out’, the Steelers are scrambling for a QB
Justin Fields just hit the eject button on Pittsburgh and pulled up to the Jets. Gang Green secured him on a 2-year, $40M deal with $30M guaranteed. This means the dude is getting PAID. Steelers fans? Probably in shambles right now.
Word on the street is Pittsburgh wanted to keep him and even slid him an offer a few days ago. But Fields was like, ‘Nah, I’m good‘ and dipped. And honestly? Can’t blame him. The Jets are giving him the keys while the Steelers were out here playing QB musical chairs.
But here’s where it gets spicy—Fields is linking back up with his Ohio State brother, Garrett Wilson. These two went crazy in college, and now they have a shot to run it back in the league. Wilson’s a certified weapon, and if Fields can actually get him the ball (sorry, Zach Wilson), they could be cooking something special.
And let’s talk Jets strategy real quick—they went all-in on Aaron Rodgers last year (for literally four plays), but now they’re switching up the vibe. Fields brings speed, mobility, and a fresh energy that could actually work in today’s NFL. Dude’s still got a lot to prove, but if he levels up, the Jets might finally have a QB who lasts longer than a TikTok trend.
And a big shoutout to David Mulugheta (Athletes First) for securing that bag—$30M guaranteed? That’s not just ‘let’s test this out’ money. That’s ‘we believe in you‘ money. The Jets clearly see Fields as their guy, not just some placeholder.
So now, it’s put-up or shut-up time for Fields. The Jets got weapons, they got a defense, and now they got a QB with something to prove. If Fields thrives? New York might finally have a franchise QB. If he flops? Well… y’all know how brutal Jets fans can be. Either way, this season is going to be a movie.
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