Steelers Rumors: Is an Aaron Rodgers Reunion Really Happening?
This article was originally published on Total Pro Sports.
Speculation is swirling around whether Aaron Rodgers, the veteran quarterback who spent the 2025 season with the Pittsburgh Steelers, will return to the team for 2026. With a new head coach in Mike McCarthy, renewed interest from the organization, and strong ties from their shared past in Green Bay, the possibility has become a major offseason talking point.
Rodgers’ Steelers Story & Current Speculation
Aaron Rodgers, a Hall of Fame-caliber quarterback, signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2025 after a long career with the Green Bay Packers and a stint with the New York Jets. In his first season with Pittsburgh, he helped the team win the AFC North, but the season ended in a wild-card loss, and Rodgers has not yet committed to playing in 2026.
Now that the Steelers have hired Mike McCarthy as their new head coach, a former longtime coach of Rodgers in Green Bay, fans and analysts are wondering: Could this mean Rodgers is coming back?
Mike McCarthy’s Role: Bringing Rodgers Back?
One of the biggest drivers of the reunion talk is Mike McCarthy. During his introductory press conference, McCarthy openly expressed his desire to have Rodgers back for the 2026 season, saying he’d definitely like to have him — and emphasizing their successful history together.
McCarthy coached Rodgers for over a decade with the Packers, including a Super Bowl win, and that shared success fuels optimism among some Steelers insiders about Rodgers returning
Steelers’ Official Stance: Open But Not Certain
Reports from NFL insiders suggest the Steelers are “open” to Rodgers returning, and players have spoken positively about his performance, signaling organizational support for a reunion.
That said, sources also note that Rodgers’ future is not set in stone, and Mike Tomlin’s departure as head coach could affect those plans. Rodgers originally said he might retire after the 2025 season, and the Steelers remain cautious in their approach.
Conclusion
Rumors of an Aaron Rodgers reunion with the Pittsburgh Steelers are grounded in reality, including Mike McCarthy’s strong desire to have him back and the Steelers’ openness to re-signing him. However, at this point, a reunion is not guaranteed.
