When Aaron Rodgers first broke his silence in April, it piqued the curiosity of fans and pundits alike. On Pat McAfee's show, the veteran quarterback boldly claimed he’d be willing to suit up for $10 million in 2025. Fast forward, Rodgers is now signing with the Steelers, bringing intrigue to whether he will indeed make good on that claim.
The bigger question simmering beneath the surface is: was Rodgers just making a point or is he genuinely ready to accept such a modest paycheck by professional football standards? Our bet is on the latter. With years of experience in the league, Rodgers has always known how to work the room — and the media.
However, let's talk numbers. Even if Rodgers were to sign for $20 million, it would be considered a steal in today’s quarterback market. To put things in perspective, the Jets have signed former Steelers quarterback Justin Fields for $20 million per year on a modest two-year deal.
Ultimately, the financial specifics will be unveiled. This is the NFL, after all. Salaries have a way of surfacing even if it takes a bit of time. While teams may keep mum in the early stages, facts have a way of coming out.
For Rodgers, though, the real figure could sit comfortably above that $10 million bar. Whatever the outcome, this latest chapter brings fresh excitement and speculation in a tale marked by one of football’s most compelling figures.
