Aaron Rodgers Rumored To Return to the Pittsburgh Steelers for the 2026 Season

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Summary

  • NFL sources reports that free-agent quarterback Aaron Rodgers is expected to visit Pittsburgh this weekend for further contract discussions
  • The 42-year-old future Hall of Famer played for the Steelers in 2025, throwing for over 3,000 yards and 20 touchdowns to help lead the team to an AFC North title
  • The Steelers recently hired Mike McCarthy as their new head coach following Mike Tomlin’s resignation, reuniting Rodgers with his former Green Bay Packers coach

The Pittsburgh Steelers are close to ending their long wait to see what Aaron Rodgers will do. After months of wondering if he’d play again, the 42-year-old quarterback is now expected to return for his 22nd NFL season. NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reports that Rodgers plans to visit the Steelers this weekend, and while nothing is official yet, he intends to play for them in 2026.

The Steelers and their fans are greatly relieved by the possibility of Rodgers returning. He joined the team in 2025 and had a strong season, passing for over 3,000 yards and 20 touchdowns, which helped the Steelers win their division. However, when head coach Mike Tomlin unexpectedly stepped down in January, it created uncertainty about Rodgers’ future with the team.

Everything changed for the Steelers when they hired Mike McCarthy as their new head coach. This brings Rodgers back together with his former coach from the Green Bay Packers – the same coach he won the Super Bowl with after the 2010 season. It seems Rodgers really wants to play in Pittsburgh because of his strong relationship with McCarthy and his confidence in the coach’s system.

The financial pieces of a potential deal have been set for some time. Last month, Pittsburgh used a special clause to ensure they had the first opportunity to sign the quarterback, which would have given him a roughly 10% raise – bringing his salary to around $15 million – and allowed them to match any offers from other teams. However, since reports suggest Rodgers won’t play for just $15 million, this weekend’s visit is a key chance for the Steelers to negotiate a better, final contract before training camp begins.

With everything coming together, Aaron Rodgers is expected to keep moving up the NFL’s record books as the Steelers’ quarterback. Back with coach McCarthy and playing with a strong team, he’s clearly aiming for another successful playoff run. Now, all Steelers fans can do is wait for his contract to be finalized.

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2026-05-08 06:26