Sep 14, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (8) warms up before the game against the Seattle Seahawks at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Aaron Rodgers Stats: How Many More Touchdowns Does Steelers QB Need to Surpass Peyton Manning?

Originally posted on Gridiron Heroics
By Angelo Guinhawa | Last updated Sep 23, 2025 8:41 AM ET

Aaron Rodgers, the Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback, recently made headlines by surpassing Brett Favre on the NFL’s all-time touchdown list. With his 509th career touchdown pass, Rodgers moved into fourth place, a notable achievement in a storied career that has spanned over two decades.

As he continues to climb the ranks, attention is now turning to how many more touchdowns he needs to surpass NFL legend Peyton Manning, who sits third on the list. Currently, Rodgers has thrown 510 touchdown passes, while Manning ended his illustrious career with 539.

This means that Rodgers is just 29 touchdowns shy of overtaking Manning. Given that Rodgers is 41 years old and in his 21st NFL season, the question arises whether he can achieve this milestone before potentially retiring.

Rodgers has shown he can still perform at a high level, even after a challenging start to the season. His ability to connect with talented receivers like DK Metcalf has been crucial, as evidenced by his recent performances. If he maintains his current pace and health, surpassing Manning’s record could be within reach by the end of the season.

The Steelers’ offense under Rodgers has demonstrated resilience, and his leadership will be critical as they navigate a competitive schedule. With upcoming games against strong opponents, the pressure will be on Rodgers to produce and build on his impressive stats.

Pittsburgh Steelers QB Aaron Rodgers Projected to Peyton Manning’s Total TDs Soon

Sep 14, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (8) looks to pass against the Seattle Seahawks during the second quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

As it stands, Rodgers is climbing up the league’s list of total touchdowns made by a quarterback. This can be seen in an analysis by Scott Polacek for Bleacher Report.

Tom Brady, 649

Drew Brees, 571

Peyton Manning, 539

Aaron Rodgers, 509

Brett Favre, 508

“Still, Rodgers moving ahead of Favre of all people is quite notable. After all, the latter was the franchise quarterback of the Packers when the NFC North team selected the former in the first round of the 2005 NFL draft,” Polacek wrote.

“If he keeps playing like that, Manning’s spot in third place could be in jeopardy,” he added.

Reaching this milestone would not only solidify Rodgers’ legacy but also provide a fitting capstone to his career. As he continues to break records, fans and analysts alike will be closely watching his progress and the impact he has on the Steelers this season.

Rodgers is on the brink of a significant achievement in NFL history. If he can harness his experience and skill, he may soon surpass Peyton Manning, adding another remarkable chapter to his already legendary career.

This article first appeared on Gridiron Heroics and was syndicated with permission.

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