And then there's this: Short of Pittsburgh's Mike Tomlin, any other coach who drafts Sanders better be comfortable with his standing within the organization. Because if that team struggles and the fan base is calling for a coaching change, speculation will start to swirl about Sanders' father taking over.

While there is no official deadline for Aaron Rodgers, Mike Tomlin somewhat offered one to the four-time league MVP during a joint pre-draft press conference with Steelers general manager Omar Khan.

The shadow of quarterback Aaron Rodgers looms large over the Pittsburgh Steelers, just three days before the start of the 2025 NFL draft. Rodgers has left the Steelers waiting since the start of free agency and,