Steelers’ Aaron Rodgers considers playing another NFL season
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Aaron Rodgers spent the offseason training like a quarterback approaching his end. But as the Pittsburgh Steelers prepare for their Week 18 win-or-go-home game against the Baltimore Ravens, the four-time MVP suddenly looks open to returning for another season.
Speaking to reporters on Wednesday, Rodgers did not close the door on the possibility of returning for a 22nd season.
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers walks off the field after a game against the Cleveland Browns on Sunday, Dec. 28, 2025, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/David Richard)
“I’m thinking about this week, but obviously I’m 42 and I’m on a one-year contract,” he said, via ESPN.
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“So you know what the situation is. Once the season is over, I’ll be a free agent. So, that’s going to give me a lot of options if I still want to play. I mean, there’s not a lot of options, but I think maybe there will be one or two options if I decide I still want to play.”
Rodgers’ apparent change of heart comes months after he explained why the 2025 season will likely be his last.
“I played for 20 fucking years, it was a long run and I enjoyed it. And what better place to finish it than one of the cornerstone franchises in the NFL? [Steelers head coach] “Mike Tomlin and a great group of leaders and the guys in town are expecting you to win,” he said. “The Pat McAfee Show” In June.
Aaron Rodgers of the Pittsburgh Steelers reacts after scoring a second-half touchdown against the Detroit Lions on Dec. 21, 2025 in Detroit. (Rey Del Rio/AP Photo)
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Rodgers has thrown for 3,028 yards with 23 touchdowns and 7 interceptions and has a chance to make the playoffs by beating Lamar Jackson and the Ravens on Sunday.
“Hopefully I can get through this and feel good physically so it stays out of the conversation,” he added.
The next hurdle is a must-win game against Baltimore. Besides the AFC North title, the playoffs are also on the line.
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers runs down the field during the first half against the Cleveland Browns on December 28, 2025 in Cleveland. (AP Photo/David Richard)
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The Steelers will host the Ravens on Sunday night at 8:20 p.m.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
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