"Aaron Rodgers isn't talking like someone who's on the verge of retirement. Maybe because there's a chance he's not. The Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback, who recently turned 42, didn't shut the door completely on returning in 2026 when asked about it on Wednesday. The four-time MVP, who stressed he didn't really want to get too deep in what lies beyond Sunday night's showdown with Baltimore for the AFC North title, believes there will be opportunities available if he opts to give a 22nd season a shot."
"Rodgers joked last week that in some ways he feels like the fictional character Benjamin Button, who ages in reverse. Asked if he thinks he's shown enough over the past four months that any decision he makes about 2026 will rely solely on his desire to play and not his ability to play, he nodded. I mean, I hope so, yeah, Rodgers said. I mean, I hope I can get through this stretch and feel good physically so that's not in the conversation."
Aaron Rodgers left open the possibility of playing in 2026, saying he did not completely shut the door on returning. He noted that whenever the season ends he will be a free agent, which could create one or two options if he chooses to continue. He described being encouraged by stretches of his play this season while also emphasizing physical readiness. Rodgers has thrown for 3,028 yards with 23 touchdowns and seven interceptions heading into an elimination game against Baltimore. He missed one game with a fractured left wrist but has otherwise been largely healthy. He plans to discuss the choice with his wife before deciding.
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