Aaron Rodgers Claims No. 8 in Pittsburgh Power Move, Forcing Jersey Shake-Up
The Pittsburgh Steelers’ quarterback room has a new face — and a familiar number. Veteran quarterback Aaron Rodgers has officially signed with the Steelers and will wear No. 8, the same number he sported during his stint with the New York Jets and during his college days at California.
As a result, punter Corliss Waitman, who previously wore No. 8, is switching to No. 3. That number was most recently worn by Russell Wilson last season, before Wilson’s departure from Pittsburgh.
Rodgers’ arrival signals a major shift for the Steelers. The team traded former starting quarterback Kenny Pickett, who also wore No. 8, to the Philadelphia Eagles earlier this year. Now, Rodgers is set to take the reins of the offense, with high expectations surrounding the seasoned quarterback’s impact.
Rodgers jerseys bearing the No. 8 are already available in the Steelers’ official store, though stock is limited. The jersey change underscores Rodgers’ central role in Pittsburgh’s plans for the upcoming season — and hints at a new era for the franchise. Waitman’s switch may be minor, but it marks a symbolic passing of the number to the team’s newest star.
