Aaron Rodgers shares heartfelt message with Za'Darius Smith after NFL game
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 7:25 PM
Last updated Sep 15, 2026

Aaron Rodgers expressed his support for Za'Darius Smith following the Steelers' 20-13 win over the Falcons on September 13. After being sacked twice by Smith, who has returned to the NFL this season after a brief retirement, Rodgers presented him with a signed jersey featuring a personal message. Smith's comeback comes after he stepped away from football to support his family during their final days. With his mother's wish to play for the Falcons in mind, Smith has embraced his new journey in Atlanta. His first game with the Falcons will be the home opener on September 20, where he plans to bring 45 guests from his church.
- •Rodgers and Smith were teammates on the Packers from 2019 to 2021.
- •Smith returned to the NFL after retiring to support his family during illness.
- •The Steelers defeated the Falcons in their season opener on September 13.
- •Smith's first game with the Falcons is on September 20.
- •He plans to bring 45 church members to the home opener.
- 7:25 PMYahoo Sports — Aaron Rodgers has heartwarming message to ex-Packer Za'Darius Smith
"Aaron Rodgers provided former Packers teammate, Za'Darius Smith, with a signed jersey and a heartfelt message on it following their game on Sunday.
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