The Pittsburgh Steelers have placed a rare right-of-first-refusal tender on quarterback Aaron Rodgers, according to reports. The move comes after the team was reportedly passed over in the draft for USC receiver Makai Lemon, prompting the Steelers to use the uncommon roster mechanism to prevent similar situations.

Meanwhile, Heisman Trophy finalist Diego Pavia has signed with the Baltimore Ravens as an undrafted free agent ahead of rookie minicamp. The quarterback, who went unselected in the recent NFL Draft, will need to compete for a roster spot during training camp and preseason.

The right-of-first-refusal tender is an infrequently used NFL roster tool that allows teams to retain certain rights to players. The Steelers' application of this mechanism to Rodgers represents an unusual approach to roster management.

Pavia's path to the Ravens follows the traditional route for undrafted players, who must prove their worth through minicamp, training camp, and preseason performances to earn a spot on the final roster. Despite his college accolades as a Heisman finalist, he will enter the Ravens organization without the guarantees typically afforded to drafted players.