Aaron Rodgers confirms 2026 season as his final year in NFL
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 1, 2026, 10:55 PM
Last updated Oct 1, 2026
Aaron Rodgers announced that the 2026 NFL season will be his last while previewing a Thursday night game against the Cleveland Browns. The 42-year-old quarterback, known for his time with the Green Bay Packers and New York Jets, is preparing to transition to family life after football. He expressed a desire for a quieter life after over two decades as a professional athlete and mentioned plans to support his pregnant wife as they start a family. Rodgers will take the field for what he has termed his farewell season.
- •Rodgers plays against the Cleveland Browns on Thursday night.
- •He plans to focus on family after leaving football.
- •The 2026 season is confirmed as his farewell season.
- 10:55 PMYahoo Sports — Is Aaron Rodgers finally retiring from the NFL?
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