Aaron Rodgers

Aaron Rodgers arrived at the Steelers’ facility Friday, per local reports. The 41-year-old’s talks with Pittsburgh heat up as the Vikings stick with J.J. McCarthy, though no deal is close despite the team’s thin QB depth.

Fantasy Impact

Rodgers landing in Pittsburgh could revive his fantasy stock, pairing him with DK Metcalf and George Pickens for QB1 upside. The Steelers’ lack of a starter beyond Mason Rudolph makes him a fit—age and health are the risks. He’s a mid-round watch until ink dries.

Dianna Russini reported that retirement remains an option for Aaron Rodgers.

Fantasy Impact

It came out Wednesday morning that the Vikings are likely moving forward with J.J. McCarthy as their QB1 and plan on moving on from pursuing Rodgers. It sounds like it's either the Steelers, Giants or retirement for Rodgers at this point in time.

Veteran quarterback Aaron Rodgers is reportedly giving the Minnesota Vikings time to have internal discussions about their future at QB and "waiting to hear" from Minnesota ahead of his own decision in free agency.

Fantasy Impact

With reports connecting Rodgers to both the New York Giants and Pittsburgh Steelers but Rodgers seemingly taking his time while both sides await his selection, it seems Minnesota could actually be the first domino in the chain reaction. With their offensive infrastructure from play-caller to pass-catchers, the Vikings are likely Rodgers' best option for immediate title contention at the age of 41. If the former NFL MVP is interested in Minnesota and vice versa, this could be what's holding back other remaining options like Russell Wilson and the NFL Draft market from solidifying.

The Vikings are “seriously discussing the possibility” of signing Aaron Rodgers.

Fantasy Impact

The rumors continue to swirl around Rodgers with the Steelers also reportedly having an offer on the table. This remains a situation to monitor as J.J. McCarthy works his way back to full health.

Aaron Rodgers is in the mix for the Steelers, who are also negotiating with QBs Russell Wilson and Justin Fields, per league insiders. Rodgers, a free agent after 2024, won’t return to the Jets unless it’s for the Giants, while New York eyes Fields as his successor. Pittsburgh’s recent trade for WR DK Metcalf pairs him with George Pickens, creating a potent deep-threat duo backed by a stout defense. At 41, Rodgers could thrive there, though his fit hinges on the Steelers’ interest and contract terms.

Fantasy Impact

Rodgers to Pittsburgh would reboot his fantasy stock—Metcalf and Pickens offer elite targets, and the defense keeps games in range. His 2024 with the Jets was uneven, but a Steelers move could push him back into QB1 territory for 2025, especially if he’s healthy. Age and cost might cap his stay, so he’s a mid-round redraft gamble with upside.