After months of anticipation, the Pittsburgh Steelers have finally signed future Hall of Fame quarterback Aaron Rodgers of Chico, California according to Bobby Kownack of nfl.com on Saturday. The terms of the deal are for one year, and $13.6 million.
Rodgers has played 18 seasons with the Green Bay Packers and two seasons with the New York Jets. At 41 years of age, one must sincerely ask how much does Aaron Rodgers have left in the tank? Can he do magic in Pittsburgh after not meeting expectations in New York? What will Rodgers’s legacy be if he does not succeed in the black and gold? Why did the Steelers be patient in signing Rodgers rather than re-signing Russell Wilson? Is this a one-year commitment by both parties, or does Rodgers believe he can retire as s Steeler?
The biggest question of all, how far can Rodgers take the Steelers? The answer to the last of six questions posed is far if all the pieces are in place. We all know about how strong the Steelers defense can be. The question now is can Rodgers have time to build the necessary chemistry with D.K. Metcalf, who is one of the game’s elite receivers. In my opinion you can throw the two seasons in New York out the window. The supporting cast was not put in place for Rodgers to succeed there. It should be in western Pennsylvania.
This past season, Rodgers completed 368 passes in 584 attempts for 3897 passing yards, 28 touchdowns, and 11 interceptions. He also had 22 rushes for 107 rushing yards and seven rushing touchdowns. However, the most important statistic is the fact he only won five games for the Jets. In order for his time in Pittsburgh to be considered a success, he needs to win more than twice as many more.
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