Insider reveals Steelers, Aaron Rodgers' salary ceiling: 'Money was never the issue'
Insider reveals Steelers, Aaron Rodgers' salary ceiling: 'Money was never the issue'
Aaron Rodgers is heading to the Pittsburgh Steelers — but contract details still remain a blur.
It has been confirmed that, pending a physical, the four-time MVP will sign a one-year contract with the Steelers — and insider Gerry Dulac hinted at what the maximum amount could be.
Responding to rumors that the Rodgers-to-Pittsburgh delay occurred due to financial disagreements, Dulac explained what really took place — and what Rodgers would play for in 2025:
"Money was NEVER the issue in deal with Aaron Rodgers. It was always a one-year offer for less than $20 million."
Previously on The Pat McAfee Show, Rodgers also set the record straight that he didn't care about the money — claiming he'd play for "$10m."
The last time Rodgers made anywhere near $10 million to $20 million annually was during the first two contract extensions he signed with the Packers back in the 2010s.
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