Steelers Confirm Aaron Rodgers Starting QB for 2025 Season

Aaron Rodgers has officially joined the Pittsburgh Steelers as their starting quarterback for the 2025 season, signing a one-year, $13.65 million contract with $10 million guaranteed and potential incentives up to $5.85 million. Mike Tomlin confirmed Rodgers as the starter during minicamp and expressed excitement about working with the veteran MVP, emphasizing a focus on effort over predictions. Rodgers, entering his 21st NFL season, is currently learning the Steelers' offense through individual drills to preserve rookie Will Howard's reps. Despite Rodgers' impressive career resume, there is significant pressure on him to perform, especially following a mixed 2024 season with the Jets and concerns about his age and injuries. Analysts view Pittsburgh's signing of Rodgers as a high-risk move, balancing potential short-term gains against doubts about his current form. The Steelers' offense now features a strong receiving corps to support Rodgers, while the team and fans eagerly anticipate a key matchup against Rodgers' former team, the Green Bay Packers.