Aaron Rodgers to sign with Steelers: What we know

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Aaron Rodgers has informed the Pittsburgh Steelers that he plans to sign with the team, according to The Associated Press. 

His decision put to rest months of speculation over whether he would end up in Pittsburgh. 

Aaron Rodgers going to Steelers

What we know:

Rodgers, 41, will reportedly fly into Steel City Friday to sign a one-year deal ahead of mini-camp, nfl.com reports.  Rodgers, a four-time NFL MVP, met with the Steelers in March and spent several hours there, but left without signing a deal. 

FILE - Aaron Rodgers of walks to the New York Jets locker room after defeating the Miami Dolphins 32-20 at MetLife Stadium on January 05, 2025 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)

What we don't know:

Terms of the deal weren’t disclosed as of Thursday. 

The backstory:

Rodgers hopes to author a happier ending to his Hall of Fame career after two seasons with the Jets. Pittsburgh is hoping Rodgers has enough left physically to go with a football IQ that remains elite. He was solid if not spectacular last season in New York, throwing for 28 touchdowns against 11 interceptions.

Justin Fields and Russell Wilson — who combined to lead the Steelers to a 10-7 record and a playoff berth last season — ended up in New York. Fields will replace Rodgers with the Jets after agreeing to a two-year deal. Wilson is heading to the Giants on a one-year contract.

What's next:

Rodgers will be attending the mandatory Steelers mini-camp next week, sources told the AP. R