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Aaron Rodgers Reveals How Wife Brittani Played a Role in Decision to Play One Final NFL Season
- On Tuesday, July 28, 2026, Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers confirmed the 2026 NFL season will be his last, telling reporters "Yeah, this is it."
- Rodgers considered retiring after 2025 but returned after the Steelers hired head coach Mike McCarthy in January. His wife, Brittani, encouraged him, saying "You can do one more year."
- Entering his 22nd NFL season, the four-time NFL MVP played 16 games in 2025, leading the Steelers to an AFC North title before a wild-card playoff loss.
- The team is adjusting to a new era under McCarthy, who replaced former coach Mike Tomlin after his 19-year run. Training camp in Latrobe reflects the organizational shift.
- Despite Rodgers' definitive stance, Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf suggested a "great season" could prompt a 2027 return. Rodgers quickly shut down the speculation.
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Steelers’ Rodgers explains why 2026 will be his final NFL season
LATROBE, Pa. — Aaron Rodgers knows there was a lot of speculation on if 2026 would actually be his final season. The Pittsburgh Steelers signal-caller said in June 2026 would be the final year of his career.
·Oil City, United States
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Aaron Rodgers Reveals How Wife Brittani Played a Role in Decision to Play One Final NFL Season
Aaron Rodgers—who confirmed his NFL retirement from the Pittsburgh Steelers—shared how wife Brittani helped him decide to play his final 2025-2026 season for former Packers coach Mike McCarthy.
·Universal City, United States
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