As free agency looms, Aaron Rodgers remains undecided on a 22nd NFL season, while new Steelers coach Mike McCarthy calls a reunion a 'great story' and says Rodgers is 'in a really good place.' Building on earlier playoff reports of mutual interest, Pittsburgh has made no formal offer yet amid ongoing discussions.
Following a successful 2025 season on a one-year deal—where the 42-year-old quarterback led the Pittsburgh Steelers to 10 wins, a division title, and a 4-2 record over the final six games despite left wrist fractures—the Steelers exited the playoffs with a wild-card loss to the Texans. Rodgers expressed gratitude afterward and planned to decide on 2026 during the offseason.
As of March 23, no contract offer has been extended. On 'The Pat McAfee Show' on March 4, Rodgers stated: 'There's no contract offer or anything. So there's nothing that I'm having to debate between.' He added, 'I'm a free agent, and I'm enjoying my time with my wife and this part of the offseason.'
This updates January reports of the Steelers being 'more than open' to Rodgers' return if he desires it, now under new coach Mike McCarthy, who recently highlighted the appeal of a reunion.
