Steelers sign Aaron Rodgers

Patrick Romito, Staff Writer

June 9, 2025

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In a move many were awaiting, veteran quarterback Aaron Rodgers has agreed to a deal with the Pittsburgh Steelers.

This move marks a significant chapter in Rodgers’ career, but it also creates a heated debate given his recent performance trends.

Pittsburgh’s signing of Rodgers, a four-time NFL MVP, comes with modest financial terms relative to his past contracts.

Rodgers’ contract is worth $13.65 million, with $10 million guaranteed and a maximum value of $19.5 million.

The deal spans just one season, showing both the team’s cautious approach towards the controversial signing.

This comes just three years after Rodgers signed for $200 million during his time as a Green Bay Packer.

Rodgers is set to take over at the starting quarterback position, superseding talents like Mason Rudolph, Skyler Thompson, and rookie quarterback Will Howard.

Despite the excitement surrounding Rodgers’ arrival, the decision is not without controversy.

The quarterback, who once dominated the league with exceptional playmaking and leadership, has shown signs of decline in recent seasons.

His numbers and mobility appear to be on the decline compared to his peak years.

This became even more obvious during his stint with the New York Jets during the 2023-24 and 2024-25 NFL seasons.

Critics question whether Rodgers can adapt to Pittsburgh’s new offense, a unit that has undergone significant changes in the off-season.

Departures like George Pickens and Najee Harris, as well as signings like DK Metcalf, have significantly impacted the team’s strategy.

Many ask whether he still possesses the elite arm talent and decision-making that once made him a top-tier quarterback.

Luckily, the question will be answered soon, as per the 2025-26 NFL season schedule, Rodgers will be facing his previous team, the New York Jets, a team led by a former Pittsburgh quarterback, Justin Fields.

His performance in Pittsburgh will be closely watched, and the success or failure of this signing could influence future quarterback strategies across the league.

In conclusion, Rodgers’s signing with the Pittsburgh Steelers is a bold, high-stakes decision with potential, but is clouded by concerns over his ability to perform.

Whether it turns out to be genius or an expensive misstep remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: the NFL continues to be as unpredictable as ever.

About the Contributor

Patrick Romito, Staff Writer

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