The Pittsburgh Steelers have officially signed future Hall of Fame quarterback Aaron Rodgers. After an offseason full of rumors and speculation, the two sides finally came together on a deal for the 2025 season.
For Rodgers, it is a one-year contract. More than likely, this will be a farewell tour for one of the best quarterbacks to ever throw the football.
Along with his farewell tour, Rodgers will have a shot at reaching a massive NFL milestone that few have reached.
Aaron Rodgers #8 of the New York Jets reacts as he throws a pass as he warms up prior to an NFL football game between the New York Jets and the New England Patriots at MetLife Stadium on September 19, 2024 in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
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Should he defeat his old team, the Green Bay Packers, in Week 8 on Sunday Night Football, Rodgers would become the fifth quarterback to ever accomplish that feat.
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To this point in NFL history, the only four to ever do it are Tom Brady, Brett Favre, Peyton Manning, and Drew Brees. It would be just one more accolade to add on to his legacy. Of course, beating the Packers and his replacement in Green Bay, Jordan Love, will be no easy task.
There are many questions surrounding the Steelers and Rodgers. Some don’t expect the 2025 season to go as planned for the two parties.
Despite those doubters, the 41-year-old quarterback is a huge upgrade for Pittsburgh. He had a good year last season, playing all 17 games in his first year back from a torn Achilles to go along with 3,897 passing yards, 28 touchdowns, and 11 interceptions.
Also, the Steelers have put together a talented roster around the future Hall of Fame quarterback. He has DK Metcalf as his No. 1 wide receiver, a defense capable of being elite, and young playmakers throughout the offense outside of Metcalf.
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Pittsburgh will be relying heavily on Rodgers to be the main engine for the offense. He has always made his teammates better around him throughout his career.
If he can come in and play the way that he had played prior to his Achilles tear, the Steelers will have a chance at making a championship run. He won’t be able to do it by himself, but his talent and leadership will be valuable.
Mike Tomlin and Rodgers have the potential to be a lethal duo. Hopefully, the two sides will reach their ceiling together and power Pittsburgh back to being a legitimate Super Bowl contender.
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