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NFL Legend Could Leave Steelers to Join These Contenders After Embarrassing Playoff Loss

1. Carolina Panthers

Why not? The Carolina Panthers are building a promising defense led by Derrick Brown and Tershawn Wharton, which would set things up nicely for a veteran quarterback. This gives Bryce Young a chance to hit pause as the starter and learn from one of the greats in football. Carolina snuck themselves into the postseason and was better than expected despite the loss to the Los Angeles Rams. It proves that the Panthers can compete when they have weapons, and Tetairoa McMillan alongside Jalen Coker is the perfect representation of that.

Rodgers isn’t going to get a playoff feel from this team, but head coach Dave Canales could add a few promising free agents this offseason to convince him to join.

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Jan 3, 2026; Tampa, Florida, USA; Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young (9) passes against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the second half at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

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