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Aaron Rodgers Credits Sister-in-Law for Team-Friendly Steelers Contract

He says his 20-year-old sister-in-law’s guidance convinced him to sign a one-year, $13.65 million deal featuring a $10 million signing bonus

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Jul 25, 2025; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (8) participates in drills during training camp at Saint Vincent College. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Rodgers agreed to a one-year contract worth $13.65 million with $10 million guaranteed after his release from the Jets
  • He praised his sister-in-law Mia as the “brains of the family” whose input shaped his decision to take a team-friendly offer
  • The four-time NFL MVP stated he deliberately declined market-value contracts because he “doesn’t need the money”
  • Rodgers married Brittani earlier this year and maintains strict privacy around her identity to protect his personal life
  • The Steelers structured the deal to align with Rodgers’ legacy goals and tap his veteran leadership for the 2025 season