Analyst suggests Baker Mayfield could be ideal for Steelers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 12:39 PM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
Pittsburgh Steelers are expected to seek a new quarterback for 2027, as Aaron Rodgers plans to retire after next season. Analyst Mike Florio highlighted Baker Mayfield as a perfect fit for the Steelers if he becomes available after his contract with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers expires. Florio noted that Mayfield's experience against the Steelers from his time with the Cleveland Browns could be beneficial. While Mayfield made two Pro Bowls in three seasons with the Buccaneers, his performance dipped last year. Pittsburgh may monitor his progress this season before pursuing him in free agency next summer.
- •Rodgers signed for one more season with the Steelers.
- •Steelers likely to pursue a new quarterback for 2027.
- •Mike Florio advocates for Baker Mayfield as a target.
- •Mayfield has experience against the Steelers from his time with the Browns.
- •Pittsburgh may wait to assess Mayfield's performance this season.
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"Pittsburgh should pursue this star QB next year as a potential replacement for Aaron Rodgers.
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