Aaron Rodgers reportedly set to return to Steelers on one-year deal
Aaron Rodgers is set to return to the Pittsburgh Steelers on a one-year deal. The four-time MVP previously led the team to an AFC North title last season. He will reunite with former Packers coach Mike McCarthy as he embarks on what could be his final NFL season.
- ▪Rodgers agreed to a one-year deal to return to Pittsburgh, ending a lengthy decision-making process.
- ▪He threw for 24 touchdowns and seven interceptions last season, helping the Steelers secure the AFC North title.
- ▪Rodgers will reunite with Mike McCarthy, who was hired as the Steelers' head coach after Mike Tomlin stepped down.
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- ▪ NFL insider reveals why Aaron Rodgers returned to Steelers — Yahoo Sports
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- ▪ Aaron Rodgers set to begin his 22nd NFL season after agreeing to a Pittsburgh Steelers contract — Fox News — Latest
- ▪ Aaron Rodgers returning to Steelers for 22nd NFL season, per reports — NBC News — Top
- ▪ Aaron Rodgers returns to Steelers for 22nd NFL season — New York Post
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Aaron Rodgers led the Steelers to an AFC North division title last season. Photograph: Caroline Brehman/EPAView image in fullscreenAaron Rodgers led the Steelers to an AFC North division title last season. Photograph: Caroline Brehman/EPAAaron RodgersAaron Rodgers reportedly set to return to Steelers on one-year dealFour-time MVP led Pittsburgh to division title in 2025Rodgers reunites with ex-Packers coach McCarthyAssociated PressSat 16 May 2026 20.26 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleAaron Rodgers is running it back with the Pittsburgh Steelers.Two people with knowledge of the decision told the Associated Press that the four-time NFL MVP agreed to a one-year deal to return to Pittsburgh on Saturday, ending a protracted decision-making process.
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