Aaron Rodgers Says Wife Pushed Him to Return to NFL — Announces Retirement Plan

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News (1 / 1) 20.05.2026 22:02 / Julia

Fans were surprised when Aaron Rodgers revealed a major career choice — but an unexpected figure quietly shaped it. Read on to discover the full story!

Wife Helped Him Decide

At a May 20 press conference the 42-year-old Steelers quarterback publicly credited his wife with playing a big role in his decision to come back for another season. He admitted he had doubts, but conversations with his spouse, new head coach Mike McCarthy and GM Omar Khan convinced him to keep playing. Rodgers also said he plans to retire after the 2026 season.