"I am now certain I will retire after this season."
Rodgers Confirms 2026 Will Be Final Season
After re-signing with the Pittsburgh Steelers on a one-year deal, quarterback Aaron Rodgers has confirmed that the 2026 season will be his last in the NFL. Rodgers previously indicated last summer that 2025 was likely his final season but later returned for 2026. He stated he is now certain he will retire after this season.
Rodgers is expected to be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame five years after his retirement.
Best Final Seasons for Hall of Fame Quarterbacks
Tom Brady (2022): 4,694 yards, 25 touchdowns, 9 interceptions, 90.7 passer rating. Led Buccaneers to playoffs at age 45.
Drew Brees (2020): 2,942 yards, 24 touchdowns, 6 interceptions, 106.4 passer rating. Led Saints to divisional round.
Roger Staubach (1979): 3,568 yards, 27 touchdowns, 11 interceptions, 92.3 passer rating. Led Cowboys to playoffs with career highs.
Norm Van Brocklin (1960): 2,471 yards, 24 touchdowns, 17 interceptions, 86.5 passer rating. Won NFL MVP and championship.
Otto Graham (1955): 1,721 yards, 15 touchdowns, 8 interceptions, 94.0 passer rating. Won NFL MVP and championship.
Worst Final Seasons for Hall of Fame Quarterbacks
Johnny Unitas (1973): 471 yards, 3 touchdowns, 7 interceptions, 40.0 passer rating. Traded to Chargers, started 4 games.
Joe Namath (1977): 606 yards, 3 touchdowns, 5 interceptions, 54.5 passer rating. One-year stint with Rams, benched after 4 starts.
Dan Marino (1999): 2,448 yards, 12 touchdowns, 17 interceptions, 67.4 passer rating. 5-6 record, lowest passer rating of career.
Y.A. Tittle (1964): 1,798 yards, 10 touchdowns, 22 interceptions, 51.6 passer rating. Giants went 1-8-2.
Brett Favre (2010): 2,509 yards, 11 touchdowns, 19 interceptions, 69.9 passer rating. 5-8 as starter, missed final game due to concussion.