What's a fair salary for Aaron Rodgers in 2026?
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Key Points:
- Aaron Rodgers is attending the Pittsburgh Steelers' rookie minicamp without an official contract agreement, surprising the team and signaling ongoing negotiations.
- The primary sticking point in talks is financial, as the Steelers want to pay Rodgers close to his 2025 introductory rate, while Rodgers seeks a higher salary reflecting his value.
- The Steelers used an unrestricted free agent (UFA) tender to limit Rodgers' options, effectively forcing him to either sign with Pittsburgh or remain unsigned.
- Both sides lack leverage, as Rodgers has no other team interest and the Steelers have limited quarterback alternatives beyond Rodgers.
- A deal is expected, likely around $20 million plus incentives, but no agreement has been reached yet, with money remaining the sole obstacle.
