Overview

• Rodgers agreed to a one-year contract worth $13.65 million with $10 million guaranteed and incentives that can raise his pay to $19.5 million.
• Pittsburgh pursued Matthew Stafford and attempted to re-sign Justin Fields before turning to Rodgers as their preferred quarterback.
• Rodgers maintained intermittent contact with coach Mike Tomlin and coordinator Arthur Smith throughout the offseason, solidifying mutual trust.
• The veteran’s quick-release approach and preference for 11 personnel sets are expected to boost Calvin Austin III and the Steelers’ passing attack.
• A dark ring seen on Rodgers’s left hand during the signing has fueled speculation about his marital status.