What happens when a four-time MVP joins NFL royalty? The Pittsburgh Steelers’ betting odds go wild. That’s exactly what Aaron Rodgers’ one-year deal with the Steelers did. After a rocky finish in New York, his arrival in Pittsburgh injected instant hope, hype, and havoc into the AFC North, sending oddsmakers scrambling to keep up.
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Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (8) and cornerback Beanie Bishop (31) during 2025 training camp in Latrobe, PA.
He brought swagger, Super Bowl dreams, and a seismic shock to NFL futures betting. Let’s find out how.
From Longshots to Contenders (Sort of)
Before the Rodgers signing, the Steelers' Super Bowl odds were a long shot at +20000, basically "don't-even-bother" territory.
Then the news broke.
Those odds plummeted to +4000 overnight. That’s a massive leap, proving that even though they’re still behind AFC giants like the Chiefs and Bills, Pittsburgh is now firmly in the conversation.
But wait, the impact didn’t stop there:
- AFC Title odds slashed in half, from +4000 to +2000
- AFC North odds held steady at +550 (thanks to early rumor-based adjustments)
The real win? Rodgers’ pen hitting the paper made the betting world stop and seriously reconsider Pittsburgh’s potential. What a moment in time for Steeler Nation.
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Week 1: Rodgers Delivers, Odds React
Rodgers wasted no time proving his worth. In his Steelers debut against his former team, the New York Jets, he:
- Threw 4 touchdowns.
- Racked up 244 passing yards.
- And led Pittsburgh to a thrilling 34-32 victory.
The Steelers entered the game as 3-point favorites, and Rodgers' sharp play ensured they covered the spread. His commanding presence had already shifted the betting line slightly from -2.5 to -3 in the days before kickoff.
A performance, by the way, that made him the first QB in NFL history to throw 4 touchdowns in a debut for a new team against his old one. Not bad.
Futures Markets Verdict: Still Cautious
Despite the hype, oddsmakers are keeping expectations in check. The Steelers’ win total remains at 8.5, with even money on both sides. That’s a nod to the brutal AFC schedule and Rodgers’ age. But if he stays healthy and keeps slinging touchdowns, expect those odds to tighten fast.
Rodgers’ individual props are also drawing action, with his over/under set at:
- 3,200.5 passing yards
- 22.5 touchdowns
After Week 1 and 2, the over is looking mighty tempting.
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Steelers' quarterback Aaron Rodgers prepares to throw downfield vs the Seattle Seahawks.
In summary
Aaron Rodgers absolutely changed the narrative. The Steelers went from afterthoughts to dark horses in the blink of an eye.
Whether you’re betting on Steelers futures, Rodgers’ props, or just enjoying the ride, one thing’s clear: the NFL betting landscape in 2025 looks a whole lot different with No. 8 in black and gold.
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