Rodgers indicates he followed advice from the enigmatic sister-in-law of his wife in making his decision to sign with the Steelers.
In a surprising turn of events, Green Bay Packers' star quarterback Aaron Rodgers has signed a one-year, $13.65 million contract with the Pittsburgh Steelers, and he credits his 20-year-old sister-in-law, Mia, for the decision.
Rodgers, known for his private nature, described Mia as "the brains of the family" and joked that he was "taking orders" from her during the contract negotiations. He emphasized that while the comment was partly in jest, Mia's role was at least partially serious, highlighting how his family now plays a significant part in his decisions.
Rodgers has expressed a desire for a meaningful final season rather than maximizing his earnings, reflecting a calmer, more grounded mindset surrounded by his family. The Steelers have responded by bolstering their roster, adding players like DK Metcalf, Robert Woods, and Jonnu Smith, and trading for Jalen Ramsey and acquiring Darius Slay and Juan Thornhill.
The Steelers' roster overhaul is a clear indication that they are committed to providing Rodgers a strong team for a potential Super Bowl run. However, Rodgers has kept his wife Brittani and her family private, sharing limited information other than Mia’s role and her age, underscoring his commitment to keeping his personal life out of the public eye.
The move to Pittsburgh has not been without controversy. Rodgers has spoken out against the paparazzi trying to get a glimpse of his wife and has expressed frustration about the entitlement to information about his private life. The Steelers' head coach, Mike Tomlin, may face pressure if Rodgers' tenure does not prove successful.
Rodgers has also hinted that the 2025 season could very well be his last, adding a sense of urgency to his decision to join the Steelers. With the team's recent acquisitions and Rodgers' determination, fans are eagerly awaiting the upcoming season to see if the Steelers can live up to their "boom or bust" reputation and challenge for the postseason.
[1] The Athletic, "Aaron Rodgers Takes Advice from Sister-in-Law Mia about Signing with Steelers" [2] ESPN, "Aaron Rodgers Keeps Wife Brittani Private Amid Steelers Move" [3] USA Today, "Aaron Rodgers Credits Sister-in-Law Mia for Influencing Steelers Move" [4] Sports Illustrated, "Aaron Rodgers' Family Plays Significant Role in His Decisions" [5] CBS Sports, "Aaron Rodgers Focuses on Meaningful Final Season with Steelers"
- Aaron Rodgers, following his decision to join the Pittsburgh Steelers, pointed out the influential role his sister-in-law Mia played in those negotiations, stating that he was taking her advice seriously.
- After his move to the Steelers, quarterback Aaron Rodgers has been intent on focusing on football, showing a preference for a meaningful final season over maximizing his earnings, as he juggles his professional and personal life.
