Aaron Rodgers to re-sign with Steelers, reunite with coach Mike McCarthy
Aaron Rodgers has agreed to a one-year contract to return to the Pittsburgh Steelers, continuing his NFL career into a 22nd season. He will reunite with head coach Mike McCarthy, who previously coached him for 13 seasons with the Green Bay Packers. The decision brings clarity for both Rodgers and the Steelers after months of speculation about his future.
- ▪Aaron Rodgers is rejoining the Pittsburgh Steelers on a one-year contract.
- ▪Rodgers will reunite with head coach Mike McCarthy, his former coach with the Green Bay Packers.
- ▪McCarthy expressed interest in bringing Rodgers back shortly after being hired to replace Mike Tomlin.
- ▪Rodgers had previously indicated he was unlikely to play beyond his 2025 contract but reconsidered after McCarthy's arrival.
- ▪The Steelers waited through the draft for Rodgers' decision, which was delayed beyond the expected timeline.
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