Steelers QB Aaron Rodgers Plans NFL Retirement, Private Life

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers has announced that the 2025 NFL season will likely be his last, signaling his imminent retirement after a celebrated 21-year career. Rodgers expressed a strong desire to vanish from the public eye once he retires, stating on The Pat McAfee Show that he does not want to live a public life and will become a 'ghost,' avoiding media attention and public appearances. Despite his high profile and history of media engagements, Rodgers has grown increasingly frustrated with invasions of his privacy, especially concerning his private life and his wife, who prefers to remain out of the spotlight. He has challenged the sports media to leave him out of the conversation after his retirement, emphasizing his wish to live privately and free from public scrutiny. Comments from friends and former teammates suggest that Rodgers is aware of the challenges of managing fame while trying to maintain privacy, contrasting with other players who handle media attention differently. Rodgers' decision appears to rule out a future in television or endorsement work, which many retired NFL stars pursue, underscoring his commitment to a private post-football life.