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Details emerge about Aaron Rodgers' contract with Steelers

By Steve DelVecchio | Last updated Jun 7, 2025 2:16 PM ET

Aaron Rodgers finally agreed to a deal with the Pittsburgh Steelers this week, and some details about the contract have emerged.

Rodgers has informed the Steelers that he will sign with them prior to the start of mandatory minicamp, which is on Tuesday. The news was widely expected, as Pittsburgh had pursued the former NFL MVP for months.

On Sunday, ESPN's Adam Schefter reported that Rodgers' deal with the Steelers is for one year and worth up to $19.5M. Rodgers will receive $10M guaranteed and can earn nearly $6M in incentives.

ESPN sources: Steelers QB Aaron Rodgers was in the team’s training facility today to sign his one-year, $13.65 million contract that includes $10 million guaranteed and has a maximum value of $19.5 million. The deal includes $5.85 million worth of playtime and team performance… pic.twitter.com/a9DygTvufb
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) June 7, 2025

Rodgers said last month that he had not ruled out retirement but that money was not a significant factor in his decision. He claimed he was willing to play for $10M, which happens to be the guaranteed figure on his new contract.

The highest-paid quarterbacks in the NFL make more than $50M per year, so Rodgers ranks well within the bottom half of the league in terms of starting QBs salaries.

Rodgers threw for 3,897 yards, 28 touchdowns and 11 interceptions last season. The New York Jets went 5-12. The Steelers went 10-7 and made the playoffs with Russell Wilson as their starting quarterback, but they believe Rodgers will be an upgrade. Some feel the opposite will be true, but Rodgers' contract suggests Mike Tomlin and company have plenty of faith in the 41-year-old.

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