Report: Steelers host 4-time MVP quarterback on free agent visit
PITTSBURGH, Pa. (WKBN) – Gerry Dulac of the Pittsburgh Post Gazette is reporting that veteran quarterback Aaron Rodgers is at the Pittsburgh Steelers team facility visiting with the team on Friday.
NFL Network's Tom Pelissero is reporting that no deal is done or imminent between the 4-time Most Valuable Player and Pittsburgh.
Multiple published reports have indicated that Rodgers has received interest from Pittsburgh, New York (Giants), and previously Minnesota.
The 41-year-old led the Jets to a record of 5-12 last season. He piled up 3.897 passing yards and 28 touchdowns.
Rodgers has played 20 years in the NFL with both the Packers and Jets.
He has appeared in 248 career games, piling up 62,952 passing yards and 503 touchdowns.
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