By Josh 
Fans are divided on whether Russell Wilson or Justin Fields should be the Steelers’ starting quarterback next season. Both are free agents who could leave in the coming month. At Mike Tomlin’s end-of-season press conference, the Steelers’ head coach said they’d consider external options, and team president Art Rooney II also hinted that one of the two could re-sign to be the starter in 2025. But closing the door on other potential upgrades at quarterback would be a mistake. The Steelers need to keep an open mind when it comes to finding a solution to the most crucial position in football.
One name that should be on their radar is Matthew Stafford, whose relationship with the LA Rams might be nearing its end. While the Steelers might have tried something similar last offseason, Stafford still has some gas left in the tank and could be a much-needed upgrade over Wilson or Fields.
Stafford’s trade to the Steelers isn’t as far-fetched as it might seem. Despite some struggles as he ages, Stafford’s career has been Hall of Fame-worthy, from his days in Detroit to his Super Bowl victory with the Rams. He helped turn LA into one of the NFL’s top offensive teams, and Pittsburgh could benefit from a similar impact. While Stafford might not be the perfect fit for the Steelers’ offense, he’d still be an improvement over their current QB options.
Sarah Barshop, ESPN’s NFL reporter covering the Rams, mentioned that Stafford’s time in LA might be over, but he’s not retiring just yet. He’s still hungry for another Super Bowl run, and the Steelers front office might think adding him could be the missing piece for their offense.
The Steelers had high hopes for Wilson’s veteran leadership last season, but it didn’t pan out. Stafford isn’t as mobile, but his arm strength is still impressive, and his leadership on the field could bring more reliability to Pittsburgh’s offense. If the Steelers truly think they’re one player away from a Super Bowl, they need to seriously consider trading for Stafford. All signs suggest he wants to keep playing, and if his time in LA is ending, Pittsburgh should jump at the chance to add a Hall of Fame quarterback.