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Aaron Rodgers gives heartfelt insight into his NFL future, and the surprising message could shift how people view what's next

Originally posted on A to Z Sports | By Wendell Ferreira | Last updated Jun 24, 2025 3:46 PM ET

This is about to be it. After two decades in the NFL, quarterback Aaron Rodgers is probably entering what is expected to be his final season. During his appearance on the Pat McAfee Show, Rodgers revealed that this is probably his last year in the NFL, and it's the reason why he signed a short-term contract with the Pittsburgh Steelers.

"I'm pretty sure this is it (last season), and that's why we did the one-year deal," Rodgers explained. "The Steelers didn't need to put any extra years on that or anything. This is really about finishing with a lot of love and fun and peace for the career that I've had."

“I’m pretty sure this is my last season and that’s why we did the one year deal..

I’ve played twenty years and I’ve enjoyed it..

There’s no better way to finish it than with Mike Tomlin and the Pittsburgh Steelers” @AaronRodgers12 #PMSLive pic.twitter.com/hWN5veErEH
— Pat McAfee (@PatMcAfeeShow) June 24, 2025

Aaron Rodgers has been pretty appreciative of his time in the league. And after playing most of it for a historic franchise, the Green Bay Packers, it's perfect to close his book playing for another one, the Pittsburgh Steelers.

"I've played twenty freaking years , it's been a long run and I've enjoyed it," Rodgers added. "There's no better place to finish it than in one of the cornerstone franchises of the NFL, with Mike Tomlin and a great group of leadership and great guys. and a city that expects you to win."

The Steelers are the third team in Aaron Rodgers' career. After playing for the Packers between 2005 and 2022, he was traded to the New York Jets and spent two years there. Released by the Jets in March, Rodgers became a free agent for the first time in his career and signed a one-year, $13.65 million contract with the Steelers.

There are strong connections between Aaron Rodgers' Hall of Fame career and the Steelers. His only Super Bowl win for the Packers, back in the 2010 season, came exactly against Pittsburgh. Now, to finish it up on a high note, Rodgers will try to lead the Steelers to another Super Bowl. Curiously enough, Rodgers will face the Packers for the first time—it will happen in Week 8, and the veteran has a chance to join a super exclusive group of quarterbacks who have beaten all 32 NFL teams throughout their careers.

The farewell tour is coming, and Aaron Rodgers is here for it.

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