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Steelers Open to Bringing Aaron Rodgers Back in 2026 After Strong Start

Reporting points to Pittsburgh pursuing a 2026 return despite Rodgers hinting this is his final season.

Overview

  • ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reports the Steelers are willing to consider re-signing Rodgers for 2026, reflecting a shift from the initial one-year plan.
  • The Athletic’s Dianna Russini adds that Pittsburgh would love to have Rodgers back next season, signaling clear organizational interest.
  • Rodgers is on a one-year deal reported at $13.65 million and has led the Steelers to a 4-2 start.
  • He has completed 68.6% of his passes for 1,270 yards with 14 touchdowns and five interceptions, and he leads the NFL in touchdown rate at 8.1%.
  • Rodgers has said he is pretty sure this will be his last season and that he intends to retire a Packer, leaving his 2026 plans unresolved as Pittsburgh weighs draft options without a clear internal successor.