Aaron Rodgers Signs One-Year $14.5M Deal with Steelers After Jets Stint

Aaron Rodgers has signed a one-year contract with the Pittsburgh Steelers, reportedly accepting less than his $13.7 million deal due to his agent's advice, marking a new chapter after leaving the New York Jets. This move gives Rodgers a chance to play against his former team, the Green Bay Packers, potentially joining an elite group of quarterbacks who have defeated all 32 NFL teams. Meanwhile, the Packers are undergoing significant roster changes, including the surprising release of cornerback Jaire Alexander, which raises questions about their defensive strategy and speculation about pursuing star cornerback Jalen Ramsey. On offense, Green Bay prioritized wide receiver in the 2025 NFL Draft by selecting Matthew Golden and Savion Williams but failed to secure Baltimore's Rashod Bateman in a trade attempt. The Steelers, having traded star wide receiver George Pickens, may look to bolster their receiving corps potentially by acquiring Packers wide receiver Romeo Doubs, especially given Rodgers’ history of influencing personnel decisions. Overall, Rodgers’ move to Pittsburgh and the Packers’ roster shakeup set the stage for an intriguing 2025 NFL season with both teams addressing key needs.