Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers announced that the upcoming 2026 season will be his final year in the National Football League.

The four-time NFL Most Valuable Player made the declaration about his retirement plans, stating definitively that the 2026 campaign will mark the end of his professional football career. Rodgers, who is expected to be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame following his retirement, has had previous speculation about his playing future in recent seasons.

This announcement comes as Rodgers prepares for what he says will be his final season with the Steelers organization. The veteran quarterback has been the subject of offseason speculation regarding his playing status in previous years.

Rodgers' career has spanned multiple decades in the NFL, during which he established himself as one of the league's premier quarterbacks. His announcement provides clarity on his long-term plans and eliminates uncertainty about his playing future beyond the 2026 season.