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Aaron Rodgers Joins Pittsburgh Steelers on One-Year Deal

The four-time MVP will join the Steelers’ mandatory minicamp next week to fill a veteran quarterback role before Pittsburgh opens its season at the Jets.

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Aaron Rodgers has decided to join the Pittsburgh Steelers for 2025 season
New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers is shown after he led Gang Green to a 32-20 victory against the Miami Dolphins.
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Overview

  • Rodgers agreed June 5 to a one-year contract reported at around $20 million, pending a physical.
  • He is set to participate in mandatory minicamp next week as the Steelers rebuild their quarterback room after Justin Fields and Russell Wilson departed.
  • Pittsburgh opens the 2025 season on September 7 at the New York Jets, offering Rodgers an immediate matchup with his former team.
  • DraftKings maintained the Steelers’ Super Bowl odds at +4000 despite acquiring the future Hall of Famer.
  • Some fans and former players have expressed skepticism about Rodgers restoring his MVP form after two disappointing seasons in New York.