Aaron Rodgers recently discussed his future in the NFL and acknowledged that he contacted the Minnesota Vikings, expressing interest in potentially joining the team for the 2025 season. Despite this outreach, the Steelers still seem like the leading option for his next career move.

The Current Landscape

Rodgers, still a free agent, indicated during recent conversations that he hasn’t made any firm decisions regarding his playing future. This comes after he reached out to Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell, highlighting their long-standing friendship.

Rodgers said, “I’ve known Kevin forever. We used to work out together… We’ve had good communication”. His interest in the Vikings aligns with the report from Ben Roethlisberger, who suggested that Rodgers’ status as a free agent was due to him waiting for the Vikings to potentially sign him.

However, the Vikings chose to move ahead with J.J. McCarthy as their quarterback. Rodgers noted his awareness of public sentiment regarding his potential signing with Minnesota, especially considering the precedent set by former QB Brett Favre.

Open to Opportunities

Although fans and analysts speculate on where he might land, Rodgers emphasized that he is open to various options, including retirement:

“I’m open to anything and attached to nothing. So yeah, retirement could still be a possibility.”

Rodgers’ reflection on his future demonstrates his desire to explore all avenues as he considers one of the most critical decisions of his career.