The Steelers are still in need of a quarterback while they wait for veteran free agent Aaron Rodgers to make a decision on his future. Trading for Cousins would almost assuredly take Pittsburgh out of the running for Rodgers, leaving the 41-year-old without a landing spot unless something opens up later this summer.

The Minnesota Vikings have made a final decision regarding the future of a player who was in a situation similar to quarterback JJ McCarthy. Meanwhile, rumors continue to grow about a potential return of Kirk Cousins for the 2025 NFL season.

Cousins, buried behind Michael Penix Jr. after signing a four-year deal with the Falcons, has been linked by The Athletic to his former team in the Vikings in a potential NFL draft trade. The quarterback-needy Browns and Steelers, who pick second and 21st in Thursday’s draft, are also considered contenders for the veteran.