Steelers’ Aaron Rodgers Has Truth Bomb Dropped By Breece Hall

For the Pittsburgh Steelers, sometimes the strongest endorsements come quietly, no press conference, no media blitz, just a few words shared at the right moment. When Breece Hall spoke recently about his former quarterback, Aaron Rodgers, it was very revealing. In a landscape crowded with hot takes, Hall’s perspective offers a needed shift in understanding.

On the "Get Got Pod with Marshawn Lynch & Mike Robinson", Hall detailed his personal and working relationship with Rodgers, an arrangement that started in the spring of 2023 and ended in January of 2025 when the Jets sent him into free agency.

“Great dude. Comes off to people a certain way, but once you really get to know him, you realize how good of a person he is,” Hall said.

Hall’s endorsement carries weight. He and Rodgers navigated shared adversity during the 2023 and 2024 seasons with the New York Jets, including Rodgers’ Achilles injury and a tumultuous 2024 campaign that ended with a record of 5-12. Hall wasn’t speaking for the cameras; he was speaking for a former teammate. What stands out most is that he described Rodgers as “very misunderstood,” offering a contradicting perspective to Rodgers’ polarizing public persona.

“Last year, when you're losing games, the blame gets put on the faces of the team," Hall said. "When you're losing, somebody has to get let go, but what people don't realize is, when stuff is crazy organizationally, then it's hard for players to have stability and win games.”

That’s accurate. Rodgers threw for 3,897 yards and 28 touchdowns over 13 games, yet the Jets still floundered. Hall and teammates like Ahmad "Sauce" Gardner and Garrett Wilson became scapegoats as losses piled up.

Indeed, the Jets saw major upheaval during 2024: Head Coach Robert Saleh was fired midseason, followed by General Manager Joe Douglas and many others. That turmoil makes it difficult for even the most talented players to perform consistently. Hall’s loyalty was clear.

“I love Aaron. Me and him still have a great relationship to this day. That’s my guy,” Hall explained.

That closing sentiment speaks volumes. In an NFL marked by fleeting friendships, Hall’s lasting bond with Rodgers reveals the quarterback’s true impact behind the scenes.

Aaron Rodgers arrives in Pittsburgh at age 41 with a legacy. Despite criticisms and some labeling him “overrated” or “selfish”, Hall’s words paint a more nuanced, human picture.

The Steelers’ consistency provides a stark contrast to the Jets’ instability. That alignment between front office, coaching staff, and locker room may be exactly the environment Rodgers needs in what’s likely his final act.

Rodgers joins a revamped offense led by Offensive Coordinator Arthur Smith, alongside DK Metcalf, Pat Freiermuth, and a quarterback room with Howard and veteran Mason Rudolph. The goal isn’t to relive Rodgers’ mid-2010s glory, but to deliver a cohesive veteran presence that uplifts the unit. Here, Hall’s point is essential: a quarterback’s true worth isn’t only in yardage stats, but in character and influence behind closed doors.

Steelers Stand To Gain More Than Just A Quarterback

Hall’s defense of Rodgers is more than teammate loyalty; it’s contextual clarity. Rodgers wasn’t the cause of the Jets’ collapse; he was a leader navigating through it. Hall’s insight underscores that Rodgers’ character is best appreciated by those who work alongside him. 

Now entering a mentorship role in Pittsburgh, Rodgers has a chance to reframe his legacy and possibly inspire a young QB room to embrace stability over sensationalism. And if Hall’s words hold, Rodgers’ final chapter in the NFL might be defined not by headlines, but by hard-earned respect.

Is it time for Steelers fans to look past the headlines and trust what players like Hall see in Aaron Rodgers? Let us know what you think in the comments!