Aaron Rodgers reveals one of the key reasons he joined the Steelers ahead of the 2025 NFL season

Aaron Rodgers is now wearing black and yellow, and the entire Pittsburgh Steelers community is beginning to dream about what’s ahead. The veteran quarterback has already taken his first steps in preparation for the upcoming NFL season and, in a conversation with the media, revealed one of the main reasons behind this major decision in his career.

There was plenty of speculation surrounding the future of the former Super Bowl champion with the Packers — a potential retirement, a deal with the Vikings, or even a move to the Giants were all discussed. However, in his first statements as a Steeler, Rodgers made it clear what one of the main reasons was for choosing Pittsburgh.

Speaking to reporters and facing the first wave of questions, Aaron Rodgers was clear in stating that being coached by Mike Tomlin was one of the key factors that led him to choose the AFC North.

“I think it starts with Mike Tomlin,” Rodgers started. “I’ve been a fan of his for a long time. There’s a few iconic franchises in the NFL. I played for one of them for 18 years. This is another one of those. There’s something special about — obviously this area, so many great quarterbacks are from Pittsburgh.

“I feel like Pittsburgh has been a part of my career from the beginning, playing for Mike McCarthy for 13 years, having Tom Clements — or Tommy Clements, depending on how old you are — as my quarterback coach forever, Tom Capers, Kevin Greene, Darren Perry, Ben McAdoo, Frank Cignetti, Luke Getsy. I don’t want to forget anybody, but a lot of ‘Yinzers’ in my life.”

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What do the Steelers gain with Rodgers’ arrival?

Aaron Rodgers brings a wealth of experience and football IQ to the Pittsburgh Steelers, immediately raising the expectations within the organization. With four MVP awards and a Super Bowl title under his belt, his leadership under center is expected to bring poise and precision to an offense that lacked consistency in recent years.

Rodgers will aim to outperform what Russell Wilson and Justin Fields brought to the position, and he’ll have a dangerous weapon at his disposal in DK Metcalf. The chemistry between the veteran quarterback and his new star receiver could be a game-changer in Pittsburgh’s quest to reestablish itself as a legitimate contender in the AFC.

However, Rodgers knows there’s no room to coast. Behind him are Will Howard and Mason Rudolph—two capable backups ready to step in if needed. With competition on his heels and a hungry team around him, Rodgers is locked in on one goal: bringing another Super Bowl to the Steel City.