Steelers coach Mike Tomlin stepping down in Pittsburgh has weighed heavily on Aaron Rodgers, so much so that he has decided he will not return as the Steelers’ quarterback next season. Before the season, Rodgers was adamant about retirement, saying it would “probably” be his last, but until Tomlin resigned, he had softened his stance. So, what now for Aaron Rodgers? Do options still exist?
Pittsburgh Steelers‘ team president took a stance and said that he was “not surprised” about Tomlin stepping down now, which sticks with the theme of Rodgers’ decision, leaving fans wondering what other turmoil may exist in that locker room, and whether it has become a bit of a toxic environment at times.
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With Aaron Rodgers not returning to Pittsburgh, the Steelers have also been put in a familiar situation of finding a long-term quarterback again since the departure of Ben Roethlisberger. They will also be under the microscope when it comes to who to hire to lead the franchise as the next head coach after 19 seasons with Mike Tomlin.
NFL insider Ian Rapoport reports that he believes Aaron Rodgers has thrown his last pass in the NFL, though it was an interception that led to a pick-six. Rodgers still has plenty to offer and can play at a pretty high level. Several teams would still love to have the services of the sure-fire NFL Hall of Famer, but retirement may loom for the Enigma.
This article originally appeared on Touchdown Wire: Aaron Rodgers not expected to return to Pittsburgh with Steelers