The Pittsburgh Steelers are reportedly considering Kirk Cousins as a backup option in case Aaron Rodgers does not sign with the team. According to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, Cousins, currently with the Atlanta Falcons, is on their radar after the Steelers showed interest earlier this offseason. Cousins lost his starting role late in the previous season to rookie Michael Penix Jr..

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Recent reports suggest the Falcons are open to trade talks regarding Cousins, and the Steelers might consider him if Rodgers chooses another path. Cousins has had a robust career, but his last season was marred by injuries and a league-high number of interceptions. If Atlanta’s asking price for Cousins drops, the Steelers could initiate discussions for a potential trade. This backup plan indicates that while the Steelers are focused on landing Rodgers, they maintain a strategy to build their quarterback lineup for the upcoming season.