Aaron Rodgers and Mike McCarthy are officially back together, this time in the Steel City. According to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, the Pittsburgh Steelers have finalized a one-year contract with Rodgers, ensuring the legendary quarterback and his former head coach will lead the team for the 2026 season.
The deal is reportedly worth up to $25 million and comes as Rodgers reports to the team's facility for the start of organized team activities (OTAs) on Monday, May 18. The move marks a high-profile reunion for the duo, who spent 13 seasons together with the Green Bay Packers and secured a victory in Super Bowl XLV.
McCarthy was hired earlier this offseason to succeed Mike Tomlin, who stepped down after 19 seasons in Pittsburgh. Rodgers, 42, is coming off a resurgent 2025 campaign where he led the Steelers to an AFC North title. While speculation of a reunion has swirled since McCarthy's hiring, the official signing solidifies the pair's partnership as they aim for another deep playoff run.
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