In a major offseason development, seasoned quarterback Aaron Rodgers has agreed to a one-year contract with the Pittsburgh Steelers. The four-time MVP is scheduled to arrive in Pittsburgh this Friday to officially put pen to paper ahead of the team’s minicamp next week.
Rodgers had been at the center of offseason speculation, drawing interest from multiple franchises including the New York Giants, Minnesota Vikings, and most recently, the New Orleans Saints, who emerged as contenders following Derek Carr’s unexpected retirement.
Rodgers to Face Former Team in Steelers Debut
The Steelers are set to open their 2025 NFL campaign on the road against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium—an enticing matchup that will see Rodgers square off against his former team, now led by ex-Steelers signal-caller Justin Fields.
Rodgers enters a quarterback room featuring Mason Rudolph, Skylar Thompson, and rookie Will Howard. Pittsburgh has moved on from its previous starters: Fields signed with the Jets, and Russell Wilson joined the Giants.
Does Rodgers Still Have It?
In his 2024 season with the Jets, Rodgers started all 17 games, throwing for 3,897 yards, 28 touchdowns, and 11 interceptions. Despite his efforts, the team finished with a disappointing 5–12 record.