Rodgers' decision also has ripple effects beyond Western Pennsylvania, where the Steelers' 2025 win projections should look a little better now that Mason Rudolph isn't the only option under center. Perhaps no one knows this better than Kirk Cousins,

Now that the Pittsburgh Steelers have finally agreed to terms with Aaron Rodgers, they are no longer in the market for Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins. This leaves Atlanta without a clear trade partner as we get closer to the start of the 2025 NFL season.

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousin is the biggest loser from quarterback Aaron Rodgers' reported decision to sign with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Cousins was always Pittsburgh's best alternative if Rodgers decided to retire, and now he's basically stuck with the Falcons as their backup quarterback for the time being.