Aaron Rodgers Joins the Pittsburgh Steelers

Aaron Rodgers Joins the Pittsburgh Steelers

Aaron Rodgers, the former Green Bay Packers quarterback who has been a polarizing figure in the NFL for more than two decades, is joining the Pittsburgh Steelers. Rodgers, 39, will wear No. 8 for the Steelers, a number he has previously worn throughout his career.

Career Overview

  • Previous Team: New York Jets (2022-2023)

    • Drafted with the first-round pick in April 2022.
    • Played only one season before being released by new coach Robert Saleh on March 9, 2023.
  • Achievements with Green Bay Packers:

    • Four-time NFL MVP.
    • Holds numerous franchise records.
    • Winner of Super Bowl XLV in February 2011.

The Steelers have not yet announced when or where Rodgers will make his debut with the team, but an announcement is expected soon.

Other Quarterback News

  • Baker Mayfield: Signed a one-year deal worth up to $7 million with the Los Angeles Rams after being released by the Carolina Panthers on March 10, following an injury that limited his play last season.

  • Sam Darnold: The Buffalo Bills are reportedly close to signing Darnold, who has been recovering from an ankle injury sustained during training camp last August while with the Carolina Panthers.

  • Kyler Murray: The former Arizona Cardinals quarterback has filed a lawsuit against Nike, alleging unauthorized use of his likeness in advertisements without payment of royalties. Murray claims he was promised $5 million per year in exchange for exclusivity with the brand.

  • Justin Fields: The Chicago Bears quarterback expressed confidence that head coach Matt Eberflus will return next season, despite speculation to the contrary. Fields acknowledged the team’s struggles but emphasized the potential for growth and improvement.

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