Aaron Rodgers set to begin his 22nd NFL season after agreeing to a Pittsburgh Steelers contract

Aaron Rodgers signed a 1-year, $13.65 million deal with the Pittsburgh Steelers on Friday. Craig Carton, Danny Parkins, and Mark Schlereth ask if this was a good deal for both sides.

Aaron Rodgers is returning to the Pittsburgh Steelers — again. Finally.

The four-time NFL MVP agreed to a one-year contract worth $22 million guaranteed with the Steelers on Saturday, a source confirmed. The deal can climb to $25 million with incentives.

The Steelers had expected this to be the case perhaps weeks or even months ago, but Rodgers took his methodical, sweet time before committing. Now, it's happening.

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers looks to complete a pass during the first quarter at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Pa., on Oct. 12, 2025. (Charles LeClaire/Imagn Images)

So, we are about to witness Rodgers in his 22nd NFL season at age 42 (and 43 when that comes along in December). And it all begins on Monday when Rodgers joins the team on the field for OTA practices.

This is all a good thing.

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It's good for the Steelers, who have no other plausible starting quarterback with enough experience and accomplishments to make them a contender.

It's good for Rodgers, who gets at least one more chance to go out on top as the Hollywood scriptwriters might imagine.

And it's good for the NFL because this adds another entertaining storyline and a still fine player to the 2026 season.

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Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers drops back to pass against the Baltimore Ravens during the first half at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Pa., on Jan. 4,