Harrison’s comments come amid ongoing quarterback speculation in Pittsburgh, where Aaron Rodgers remains a focal point for potential stability but also a high-cost short-term option. He referenced Willis’s limited NFL workload but highlighted his performance, noting Willis’s efficiency in 2025 (85% completion rate in four games, three touchdowns, and 422 passing yards) and his playoff-time poise at Green Bay, including a game-winning drive against the Jaguars.
The discussion contrasts Rodgers’s proven track record with a longer-term, developmental path that Harrison believes Pittsburgh should pursue. Rodgers, who turns 41 this season, has not publicly committed to the Steelers, and Rodgers’ former Packers head coach Mike McCarthy is now in Pittsburgh, fueling speculation but not delivering official news.
Harrison also touched on Steelers quarterback Will Howard, drafted in 2025 as a developmental backup, acknowledging the challenge of relying on short-term fixes while advocating for a quarterback who can compete in meaningful games and grow with the team. Willis’s prior NFL experience, including stints with the Titans and Green Bay, is cited by Harrison as a potential bargain in free agency.
As the Steelers approach free agency, the debate centers on whether to pursue Rodgers for immediate impact or to invest in a younger quarterback with development potential. Harrison’s stance is clear: commit to a direction and avoid incremental rebuilds by chasing a short-term solution rather than a sustainable, long-term answer. The team has yet to confirm any concrete plan, and Rodgers’ decision remains pending as free agency looms.
