Aaron Rodgers continues to make headlines — not with touchdowns this time, but with his deliberate silence. The free-agent quarterback, a four-time NFL MVP and future Hall of Famer, is keeping everyone in suspense about his future as the 2025 NFL Draft approaches. Appearing on The Pat McAfee Show for the first time since January, Rodgers offered little clarity, instead dropping cryptic but philosophical hints. “I’m open to anything,” he said, “and attached to nothing.”
Aaron Rodgers keeps NFL World guessing as 2025 Season nears
Now 41 and still recovering from the emotional and physical toll of the past year, Aaron Rodgers made it clear that football is no longer his sole focus. While retirement is certainly on the table, he's also left the door wide open for a potential return — possibly even with the Pittsburgh Steelers .
Rodgers revealed that "personal matters" have taken priority in recent months. “I have a couple people in my inner, inner circle who are battling some difficult stuff,” he shared. “To make a commitment to a team is a big thing, whether you are a first-year player or 20-year vet.” The quarterback is currently in a serious relationship, which he subtly alluded to as another reason he's taking time before making any major decisions.
The Steelers have emerged as the most intriguing landing spot. Rodgers quietly visited Pittsburgh’s facility on March 21 and later worked out with their newly acquired wideout DK Metcalf at UCLA. “I wanted to do due diligence with this whole process. Part of it is talking to a guy like DK,” he explained. “Let me just say this, what a great dude. What a great dude. He loves football. What a specimen this guy is.”
Pittsburgh, with only Mason Rudolph and Skylar Thompson under center, could clearly benefit from a veteran presence. Yet Rodgers insists he hasn't been pressured by the organization. “This entire time I haven’t felt like I owed anybody some sort of decision at any point,” he noted, adding that he’s been transparent with head coach Mike Tomlin throughout. “I've talked to Mike many times.”
Interestingly, Rodgers also mentioned conversations with other teams, including the New York Giants and Minnesota Vikings. But for him, financial demands are irrelevant. “I told every single one of the teams that I was talking to that it ain’t about the money. I’ll play for ($10 million per season). I don’t care,” he said. “I never once said I need a multi-year deal or $30 or $40 million is actual b------. I said, I’ll play for 10.”
Despite criticism that he’s been ambiguous or indecisive, Rodgers rejected the idea that he misled teams. “I told them in March in the beginning, and you could ask any team that I talked to, that was the conversation,” he affirmed. His primary loyalty right now remains with those closest to him, and he made sure potential suitors understood that from the start.
While he hasn’t ruled out returning to the gridiron, one thing is certain: his chapter with the New York Jets is closed. He recounted a particularly awkward meeting with new Jets leadership that left a bitter taste. “I was kind of shocked,” Rodgers said of the brief encounter. “Not shocked because I didn’t think that was a possibility... But shocked because I just flew across the country, and you could have told me this on the phone.”
Throughout the conversation, Rodgers came across as someone at peace — contemplative, measured, and in no rush. Whether he suits up again or not, he seems determined to follow his own timeline and protect his inner circle. “I am trying to be open to everything and not being attached to anything,” he concluded.
For now, the NFL world waits. And with Aaron Rodgers, the only certainty is that nothing is certain.
Also Read: Aaron Rodgers may retire unless next team is a legit Super Bowl contender, reports reveal
Aaron Rodgers keeps NFL World guessing as 2025 Season nears
Now 41 and still recovering from the emotional and physical toll of the past year, Aaron Rodgers made it clear that football is no longer his sole focus. While retirement is certainly on the table, he's also left the door wide open for a potential return — possibly even with the Pittsburgh Steelers .
"I'm 41 years old and I have some off the field stuff going on that requires my attention..
— Pat McAfee (@PatMcAfeeShow) April 17, 2025
I have a couple people in my inner circle who are really battling some difficult stuff..
To make a commitment to a team is a big thing"@AaronRodgers12 #PMSLive pic.twitter.com/24oHonR31a
Rodgers revealed that "personal matters" have taken priority in recent months. “I have a couple people in my inner, inner circle who are battling some difficult stuff,” he shared. “To make a commitment to a team is a big thing, whether you are a first-year player or 20-year vet.” The quarterback is currently in a serious relationship, which he subtly alluded to as another reason he's taking time before making any major decisions.
The Steelers have emerged as the most intriguing landing spot. Rodgers quietly visited Pittsburgh’s facility on March 21 and later worked out with their newly acquired wideout DK Metcalf at UCLA. “I wanted to do due diligence with this whole process. Part of it is talking to a guy like DK,” he explained. “Let me just say this, what a great dude. What a great dude. He loves football. What a specimen this guy is.”
Pittsburgh, with only Mason Rudolph and Skylar Thompson under center, could clearly benefit from a veteran presence. Yet Rodgers insists he hasn't been pressured by the organization. “This entire time I haven’t felt like I owed anybody some sort of decision at any point,” he noted, adding that he’s been transparent with head coach Mike Tomlin throughout. “I've talked to Mike many times.”
Interestingly, Rodgers also mentioned conversations with other teams, including the New York Giants and Minnesota Vikings. But for him, financial demands are irrelevant. “I told every single one of the teams that I was talking to that it ain’t about the money. I’ll play for ($10 million per season). I don’t care,” he said. “I never once said I need a multi-year deal or $30 or $40 million is actual b------. I said, I’ll play for 10.”
Despite criticism that he’s been ambiguous or indecisive, Rodgers rejected the idea that he misled teams. “I told them in March in the beginning, and you could ask any team that I talked to, that was the conversation,” he affirmed. His primary loyalty right now remains with those closest to him, and he made sure potential suitors understood that from the start.
While he hasn’t ruled out returning to the gridiron, one thing is certain: his chapter with the New York Jets is closed. He recounted a particularly awkward meeting with new Jets leadership that left a bitter taste. “I was kind of shocked,” Rodgers said of the brief encounter. “Not shocked because I didn’t think that was a possibility... But shocked because I just flew across the country, and you could have told me this on the phone.”
Throughout the conversation, Rodgers came across as someone at peace — contemplative, measured, and in no rush. Whether he suits up again or not, he seems determined to follow his own timeline and protect his inner circle. “I am trying to be open to everything and not being attached to anything,” he concluded.
For now, the NFL world waits. And with Aaron Rodgers, the only certainty is that nothing is certain.
Also Read: Aaron Rodgers may retire unless next team is a legit Super Bowl contender, reports reveal
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