Aaron Rodgers reportedly seriously considering reuniting with Steelers and HC Mike McCarthy

PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - JANUARY 12: Aaron Rodgers #8 of the Pittsburgh Steelers stands for the national anthem prior to the AFC Wild Card playoff game against the Houston Texans at Acrisure Stadium on January 12, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Lauren Leigh Bacho/Getty Images)Lauren Leigh Bacho via Getty Images

All sides appear open to quarterback Aaron Rodgers returning to the Pittsburgh Steelers. NFL Network's Tom Pelissero reported that while Rodgers has not decided whether he will return for a 22nd NFL season, his odds are increasing that he could return to the Steelers next year.

The "odds are increasing" that Aaron Rodgers returns to the Steelers next season, per @TomPelissero.

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Rodgers has reportedly had multiple conversations new head coach Mike McCarthy and wide receiver DK Metcalf.

McCarthy coached Rodgers with the Green Bay Packers from 2006 to 2018. The pair went 108-62-1 together and won a Super Bowl over the Steelers in 2011. Rodgers also won two MVPs under McCarthy's leadership.

Rodgers was rejuvenated this past season with the Steelers. After a three-year postseason drought, Rodgers threw for 3,322 yards, 24 touchdowns and 7 interceptions while battling a wrist injury late in the season. He led the Steelers to their first AFC North title since the 2020 season.

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