Aaron Rodgers has reportedly missed offseason workouts and informed the team that he would be taking mental health days.
However, Rodgers has not officially mentioned taking mental health days in any public statement or social media post.
Reports about his plans to do so have come from sources close to the team, but he has not confirmed it directly.
Aaron Rodgers signed a one-year contract with the Pittsburgh Steelers on June 6, 2025.
His deal includes a base salary of $13.65 million, with $10 million guaranteed, and incentives that could bring the total value up to $19.5 million
His potential signing with the Pittsburgh Steelers has stirred controversy, mainly due to delays in finalizing his contract.
He cited personal matters, including serious health concerns affecting people close to him, such as reported cancer diagnoses.
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In April 2025, Rodgers stated he was “dealing with a lot off the field” and emphasized that money wasn’t his priority. He even expressed willingness to play for as little as $10 million.
His openness about personal struggles received mixed reactions from fans and the media.
Steelers Fans Are Divided Over Aaron Rodgers’ Signing And His Decision To Take Mental Health Days!
Adding to the debate, Rodgers reportedly informed the Steelers that he would be taking mental health days to focus on his well-being.
This announcement fueled skepticism among critics, who already questioned his commitment due to his age, injury history, and disappointing tenure with the New York Jets.
His absence from offseason workouts further intensified concerns.
Fans have flooded Reddit and Twitter with memes mocking Rodgers’ signing.
Some joke that he’s “downing detox teas” to prepare for his physical, referencing his past health controversies.
The phrase “mental health days” quickly became a meme among frustrated fans, mocking Rodgers’ off-field focus and perceived unreliability.
One of the users, James Piesik, commented sarcastically, summing up the situation:
After the Jets wasted a lot of cash on this old nightmare washed up has been .The Steeler’s said ” that sounds good . We can waste even more money . “Every day will be a mental health day in Pittsburgh .Thank God he can’t disgrace Bradshaw by having his number ( 12 ) sit on the bench .
Former Steelers quarterback Terry Bradshaw criticized the signing, calling it a “joke.” He questioned why the team would take on Rodgers’ baggage at this stage of his career.
Overall, the debate centers on whether Rodgers still has the physical and mental drive to lead a franchise, especially one with Pittsburgh’s high expectations and legacy.
On the other hand, some report confirms that Rodgers is set to fly to Pittsburgh this week and will participate in the Steelers’ mandatory minicamp next week.
His attendance is seen as a crucial step in integrating with the team after missing offseason workouts.
In Case You Didn’t Know
- Rodgers was selected 24th overall by the Green Bay Packers in 2005.
- He led the Packers to victory in Super Bowl XLV and earned Bowl MVP honors.
- He won MVP awards in 2011, 2014, 2020, and 2021 and cemented his status as one of the greatest quarterbacks.
