Recent information about Aaron Rodgers’ contract with the Steelers has come to light, particularly regarding a specific benchmark the 41-year-old quarterback needs to reach for a performance-related bonus.
His one-year deal amounts to $13.65 million, with $10 million guaranteed. However, he could earn up to $19.5 million through various incentives.
As noted by Sports Illustrated’s Albert Breer, to qualify for one of these bonuses, Rodgers must participate in at least 70% of the Steelers’ regular season snaps.
Additionally, if the Steelers make the playoffs, Rodgers stands to gain an extra $500,000. A wildcard victory, where he plays at least half of the game, or if the team secures a bye in the first round, would earn him a $600,000 boost.
Should Rodgers guide the Steelers to a divisional round win while being on the field for at least half of the snaps, he would gain another $750,000. Incentives for postseason success add up significantly, with a Super Bowl win potentially adding $1.5 million to his earnings.
Moreover, there’s the possibility of a $1.5 million bump if he wins the AP MVP Award.
On Tuesday, Rodgers took to the field with the Steelers for the first time after finalizing his new contract over the weekend, marking a significant moment in what has been a tumultuous offseason regarding quarterbacks for the upcoming 2025 season. He, somewhat humorously, likened the experience to the “first day of school.”
“I don’t know many names yet,” Rodgers admitted to reporters. “They don’t have names on their jerseys. I walked out of the locker room and felt a bit lost. I had to ask someone, ‘Hey, where are you going?’”
Despite the initial confusion, he expressed enthusiasm about getting to work, stating, “I’m excited to build this house.”
