With a lot of the main choices already off the desk, the Pittsburgh Steelers could be left in an uncomfortable place if Aaron Rodgers retires.
The Steelers have not proven any indicators of eager to rebuild, and never having their future Corridor of Famer at quarterback would throw an enormous wrench of their plans.
That is why Nick Wright believes it is formally time to maneuver on from Rodgers whereas there’s an alternative choice who is smart for them.
Speaking on Fox’s “First Issues First,” the controversial pundit ripped Rodgers and urged the Steelers to signal Kirk Cousins as a substitute.
Nick Wright thinks the Steelers ought to signal Kirk Cousins
“I believe they need to signal Kirk Cousins. I’m offended on the Steelers’ behalf that Rodgers is such a fragile snowflake that he can’t make his choice but,” Wright said. “It’s inexplicable, bordering on indefensible, why Aaron Rodgers just isn’t on the Steelers but, if assuming the Steelers need him, which it seems they do.”
Wright questioned Rodgers’ management, as soon as once more questioning why he hasn’t made up his thoughts about whether or not to return or not.
“For some motive, he must be particular,” continued Wright. “You already know who’s enjoying quarterback for you, however for some motive he received’t join it. On the place in sports activities the place management issues probably the most, that’s a nasty thought. So I’d simply signal Kirk Cousins. He appears superior.”
Cousins performed effectively in 10 video games (eight begins) for the Atlanta Falcons earlier than his launch. He accomplished 61.7 % of his passes for 1,721 yards with 10 touchdowns and 5 picks.
He is nice in a play-action-based offense and, whereas not cell like Rodgers, he can take advantage of the Steelers’ vertical weapons. He is additionally a veteran chief.
That mentioned, the Steelers could be able to roll with former Ohio State star Will Howard if Rodgers decides to stroll away. Rodgers likes to take his time earlier than making profession choices, and as irritating because it has been, he would possibly nonetheless come back for another season. As for Cousins, he could be running out of opportunities to be a starter.
