Adam Schefter reveals surprising detail about Aaron Rodgers’ Steelers return
Aaron Rodgers has returned to the Pittsburgh Steelers, but the team was unaware of his decision until just days before he signed a new contract. ESPN's Adam Schefter reported that Rodgers did not inform the organization of his return until the weekend prior to signing. The Steelers had believed he would come back, but they did not have official confirmation until shortly before the contract was finalized.
- ▪Aaron Rodgers signed a one-year deal with the Pittsburgh Steelers worth up to $25 million.
- ▪The Steelers were not officially informed of Rodgers' return until the weekend before he signed.
- ▪Rodgers made his first appearance of the offseason at OTAs after signing the contract.
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