Aaron Rodgers not expected to return to Steelers after Mike Tomlin's departure; is retirement on the horizon?

Aaron Rodgers is not expected to return to Pittsburgh with Tomlin gone, and it's very possible the 42-year-old retires this offseason, per NFL Media. Steelers owner Art Rooney II acknowledged how Tomlin's decision would affect Rodgers' future when meeting with reporters on Wednesday.

Mike Tomlin Reportedly Rejected Trade Offers, When Will Former Steelers HC Return to NFL?

NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reported Saturday that Tomlin indicated he has no plans to coach in 2026 but could return in 2027. According to Rapoport, interested suitors had preliminary discussions with the Pittsburgh Steelers about hiring the 53-year-old in what amounted to a trade:

Mike Tomlin shares emotional moment with daughter Harley after Steelers’ historic streak ends

After a heavy-hearted departure from the Pittsburgh Steelers organization, Mike Tomlin shared a ‘dad moment’ with his daughter, Harley Tomlin. A few days after sharing that he is stepping down as the Steelers’ head coach,

Mike Tomlin makes first public appearance since leaving the Steelers

Mike Tomlin re-emerged in the public view following his decision to step down as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Will Aaron Rodgers Return to Steelers? Rapoport Weighs In amid Mike Tomlin's Exit, Retirement Buzz

NFL Network's Ian Rapoport doesn't expect Rodgers to return to the Steelers in 2026 after Mike Tomlin's decision to step down as head coach (starts at :43 mark). Speaking to reporters after Monday's playoff loss to the Houston Texans, Rodgers said he was "not going to make any emotional decisions" when asked about his playing future.

Mike Tomlin’s Wife Subtly Hits Back at James Harrison Questioning Ex-Steelers HC’s Lack of Coaching Tree

James Harrison may not think Mike Tomlin has a coaching tree, but the coach’s wife, Kiya, just fired back with a passionate defense of a legacy she says isn’t measured in job titles, but in changed lives.
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