The NFL offseason rumor mill is heating up once again, and-stop us if you’ve heard this one before-Aaron Rodgers is right at the center of it.
This time, the buzz is swirling around Pittsburgh, where the Steelers are navigating one of the most pivotal transitions in recent franchise history. After a disappointing wild-card exit at the hands of the Texans, longtime head coach Mike Tomlin stepped away from the sidelines. In a move that raised eyebrows and sparked immediate speculation, the Steelers turned to former Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy to take the reins.
Now, here’s where things get interesting.
McCarthy and Rodgers share a long and complicated history from their days in Green Bay. Together, they won a Super Bowl and built one of the league’s most potent offenses during their prime.
But their relationship eventually soured, leading to McCarthy’s exit from the Packers in 2018. Fast forward to 2026, and the two could be staring down the possibility of a reunion-this time in black and gold.
There’s no official word yet on Rodgers’ next move. The four-time NFL MVP remains one of the league’s most polarizing and talked-about figures, both for his on-field brilliance and his off-field unpredictability. But with McCarthy now in charge in Pittsburgh, the dots are starting to connect for some.
NFL insider Mike Florio recently weighed in, pointing out that while some teams may have passed on Rodgers due to concerns about his influence on young quarterbacks-specifically, the idea that he might instill "bad habits"-those dynamics could shift under new leadership. Florio mentioned that with O’Connell now calling the shots, the Steelers might be more open to exploring veteran options at quarterback.
And let’s be honest: the market isn’t exactly overflowing with elite, available quarterbacks. Sam Darnold?
Off the table. Mac Jones?
Technically a free agent, but likely staying put in Indianapolis. That leaves Rodgers as one of the few high-profile names still in play.
Florio even floated the idea of Rodgers landing in Minnesota-a hypothetical that would send shockwaves through the NFC North. But the Steelers remain very much in the conversation, especially given the McCarthy connection.
At this point, it’s clear that Rodgers is once again poised to dominate the offseason headlines. Whether it’s Pittsburgh, Minnesota, or somewhere else entirely, his future is one of the biggest storylines to watch. The Steelers, meanwhile, are still evaluating their quarterback situation, and Rodgers remains a compelling-if complicated-option.
One thing’s for sure: buckle up. The Aaron Rodgers offseason saga is just getting started.