After word emerged that the Jets will be parting ways with quarterback Aaron Rodgers and folks started connecting dots between Rodgers and Pittsburgh, Steelers defensive back DeShon Elliott had an observation to share.

DeShon Elliott, one of the most outspoken critics of Aaron Rodgers potentially joining the Pittsburgh Steelers, may have been trolling the NFL world when he said the four-time MVP should stay in a retirement home.

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Pittsburgh Steelers safety DeShon Elliott made waves when he proclaimed his displeasure with the idea of the Steelers adding Aaron Rodgers to be their next quarterback. Commenting on an Instagram post about the speculation,

Pittsburgh Steelers defensive back DeShon Elliott is never shy about speaking his mind. There have been numerous instances of that throughout his career, includ

The Pittsburgh Steelers are in the market for a quarterback this offseason. After trading for Justin Fields and signing Russell Wilson a year ago in the offseason, both are without a contract heading into next year, and it's unclear if the team wants to return either one of them.

DeShon Elliott may have been blunt, but he’s right—the Steelers need a future QB, not Aaron Rodgers, whose best days are behind him.

Elliott, who commented on an Instagram post telling the former Jets quarterback to “Leave his ass at the retirement home” on Feb. 12, was pictured with Rodgers while at a training facility, with the pair smiling.

The Pittsburgh Steelers need to make a decision at quarterback this offseason. Both Russell Wilson and Justin Fields are free agents looking for new deals, and while both played g