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Aaron Rodgers Joins Steelers on One-Year, $13.65 Million Deal

His arrival wraps up a months-long quarterback pursuit, triggering further roster adjustments.

Jan 5, 2025; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers (8) gestures towards the Miami Dolphins bench during the second half at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images/File Photo
Aaron Rodgers #12 and Jordan Love #10 of the Green Bay Packers walk onto the field prior to the game against the Tennessee Titans at Lambeau Field on November 17, 2022 in Green Bay, Wisconsin.
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Aaron Rodgers #8 of the New York Jets looks on from the field during an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts at MetLife Stadium on November 17, 2024 in East Rutherford, New Jersey

Overview

  • Rodgers signed a one-year contract worth a base $13.65 million with $10 million guaranteed plus up to $5.85 million in incentives.
  • He officially arrived at the Steelers’ UPMC Rooney Sports Complex ahead of mandatory minicamp and is set to be the team’s starting quarterback for 2025.
  • Coach Mike Tomlin maintained patience throughout Rodgers’s delayed decision process, accommodating the veteran’s personal timeline.
  • Pittsburgh is exploring additional roster moves, including a potential trade for receiver Allen Lazard to reunite him with Rodgers.
  • The signing generated mixed reactions from former players and analysts, with some praising his leadership and others expressing doubts about his age and recent performance.