Aaron Rodgers’ Uncertainty Creates Perfect Trade Scenario for Cowboys in 2025 NFL Draft
Dallas Cowboys fans have plenty of reasons to hold a grudge against Aaron Rodgers. The former Green Bay Packers star has delivered several crushing playoff defeats to the Cowboys over the years, including a legendary sideline throw to Jared Cook in the 2016 NFC Divisional Round.
Though the Cowboys’ recent postseason loss to Jordan Love and the Packers still stings, Rodgers’ absence from Green Bay at least removed one recurring nightmare from their playoff picture.
After a brief and disappointing stint with the New York Jets — one that ended after just four snaps in Week 1 due to a torn Achilles — Rodgers was released this offseason. In typical fashion, his future remains as murky as ever.
During an appearance on *The Pat McAfee Show*, Rodgers openly discussed his current priorities, which are rooted in personal commitments rather than football.
“I’m in a different phase of my life,” Rodgers said. “I’m 41 years old, I’m in a serious relationship, I have personal commitments I’ve made… Retirement could still be a possibility.”
That statement, while honest and understandable, throws a wrench into the Pittsburgh Steelers’ offseason plans. The Steelers, long believed to be frontrunners to sign Rodgers, now find themselves in limbo just a week before the 2025 NFL Draft.
With uncertainty looming, Pittsburgh may be forced to explore other quarterback options — potentially in the draft.
Enter the Dallas Cowboys.
Currently sitting in the back half of the first round, the Cowboys could be eyeing a trade-up scenario to secure a top quarterback or address other high-priority needs. Pittsburgh, needing clarity at quarterback and now possibly pivoting to the draft for answers, might be the perfect trade partner.
If the Steelers decide to move up to land a top QB prospect, the Cowboys could offer a compelling package to slide down, stockpile future picks, and still land a quality player in a deep class.
With Rodgers’ NFL future hanging in the balance and the Steelers in need of direction, the timing couldn’t be better for Dallas to strike.
Whether it’s moving up for a playmaker or trading down for more flexibility, Rodgers’ indecision may have just gifted the Cowboys a valuable opportunity to reshape their roster in next week’s draft.