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Steelers Open to 2026 Return as Aaron Rodgers Faces Packers for First Time

Rodgers has said this season is likely his last and that he intends to retire a Packer.

Overview

  • Multiple reports, including NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, say Pittsburgh would like Rodgers back in 2026 despite his one-year deal.
  • Rodgers enters Week 8 at 4-2 with Pittsburgh, posting 68.6% completions, 14 touchdowns, five interceptions and a 105.0 passer rating through six games.
  • The Sunday night game is Rodgers’ first meeting with Green Bay since departing, with the Packers at 4-1-1 behind Jordan Love.
  • Rodgers reiterated this week that the matchup is not a revenge game and emphasized his affection for Green Bay and plans to retire with the franchise.
  • Recent analyses note Love has edged Rodgers in aggregate performance across 2024–2025, and the two quarterbacks maintain a cordial relationship, still exchanging occasional texts.