It all started Sunday with a phone call with Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin, general manager Omar Khan and team president Art Rooney II. The trio of decision makers answered the former Seattle Seahawk’s trade request, and then Pittsburgh promptly extended the two-time Pro Bowler with a handsome new five-year, $150 million contract.

DK Metcalf was introduced to the media Thursday after his trade from the Seattle Seahawks to Pittsburgh Steelers became official. He joins George Pickens in what should be one of the NFL's most talented wide receiver duos, but the Steelers' quarterback situation remains a huge question mark.

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Mason Rudolph throws a pass during the second half of the team's NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts in Indianapolis on Saturday, Dec. 16, 2023. The Colts won 30-13. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings) AP

NFL Draft cycle has progressed, Shedeur Sanders’ stock has taken a nosedive. It’s possible the now-former Colorado

According to a reporter with the NFL Network, former backup quarterback Mason Rudolph will be returning to Steelers. The report states Rudolph signed a two-year, $8 million deal. Rudolph allegedly mulled other offers, which included returning to the Titans.