Aaron Rodgers has officially signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers, ending months of speculation about the veteran quarterback’s next move. The four-time NFL MVP inked a one-year contract worth $13.65 million, with $10 million guaranteed and the potential to reach $19.5 million through incentives tied to playing time and team performance.
Rodgers, 41, will wear No. for the Steelers, the same number he donned during his stint with the New York Jets. His arrival comes after two underwhelming seasons in New York and marks a significant shift for Pittsburgh, which has struggled to find consistency at quarterback since Ben Roethlisberger’s retirement Rodgers is expected to take over as the starting quarterback, with Mason Rudolph—recently re-signed to a two-year deal—slotted as his backup.
The Steelers’ quarterback room now features Rodgers as the clear leader, supported by a strong defense anchored by T.J. Watt and a new offensive weapon in wide receiver DK Metcalf, acquired earlier this offseason Head coach Mike Tomlin expressed optimism about Rodgers’ addition, highlighting productive offseason conversations and a shared vision for the team’s future.
Rodgers’ contract is notably more affordable than his previous deals, making him the 22nd highest-paid quarterback in the league by base salary The Steelers hope that his experience and leadership can propel them back into Super Bowl contention, ending a playoff win drought that dates back to 2016.
Rodgers will address the media at the start of Steelers minicamp, as anticipation builds for his debut in black and gold.
