Rodgers' perplexing, prolonged journey through free agency concludes with landing in Pittsburgh
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Hey there! Aaron Rodgers, the four-time NFL MVP, is shaking things up yet again with his unexpected move to the Pittsburgh Steelers. The team shared a photo on social media on Saturday, showing Rodgers rocking a Steelers cap, holding a pen, and flashing a grin- apparently, a "done deal"!
Now, let's talk numbers- according to ESPN sources, Rodgers will pocket a base salary of $13.65 million, with $10 million of that guaranteed. However, if he ticks off all the incentive clauses, his total earnings could spike up to $19.5 million. But remember, this deal is still pending a physical exam from the Steelers' side.
Excited as a kid on Christmas morning, Rodgers will hold a press conference on Tuesday, following minicamp practice. His enthusiastic fans, who've been on a rollercoaster ride of speculation and frustration since his tumultuous departure from the New York Jets, can finally catch their breath.
Rodgers, age 41, had a rocky two-year tenure with the Jets, marked by a torn Achilles tendon and a stealthy spat with owner Woody Johnson. After months of speculation, it seemed the odds of Rodgers suiting up again were dwindling by the day. But, hey, who would have guessed that the enigmatic quarterback would once again confound expectations on Thursday by signing with the Steelers?
Doubters, like four-time Super Bowl champion-turned-broadcaster Terry Bradshaw, questioned why Rodgers would only commit for a year, suggesting he should hang up his cleats instead. But hey, who are we to question Aaron Rodgers?
Rodgers, previously the face of Green Bay during his 18 seasons with the Packers, now heads into uncharted territory. He'll face off against his former team, who defeated him in the 2011 Super Bowl, in Week Eight. This promises an exciting twist for fans. And guess who he'll meet in his opening game of the season? Yup, the Jets!
So there you have it! The unpredictable Aaron Rodgers is ready to take on the new season with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Let's see if this dynamic duo can conquer the NFL landscape!
Aaron Rodgers, the four-time NFL MVP, will not only be playing a new team, but also a different American-football league, as he moves from the NFL to the Pittsburgh Steelers of the NFL and will face off against his former team, the Green Bay Packers in Week Eight, showcasing his skills in the sports of football. In his opening game of the season, he will be playing against his former team, the New York Jets.
