Quarterback Aaron Rodgers has joined an elite group by becoming the ninth quarterback in NFL history to surpass 60,000 passing yards in regular-season games, surpassing Matt Ryan.
Rodgers needed just 115 yards against the Dolphins to surpass Matt.
Aaron joined the exclusive 60,000-yard club by surpassing Matt Ryan to become the seventh-highest passer in NFL history.
Rodgers reached the milestone in the game against the Minnesota Vikings during their match at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
The quarterback achieved this milestone in the game’s second quarter, marking his 500th career touchdown pass.
This milestone places Rodgers in the category with football legends, including Tom Brady, Drew Brees, Peyton Manning, and Brett Favre.
His new achievement has generated substantial excitement and discussion across various online platforms.
Aaron Rodgers Has Reached Another Impressive Milestone in His NFL Career With His Latest Achievement!
Aaron Rodgers started playing for the Jets in 2023 after Green Bay traded him in the 2023 draft.
Previously, he led the Packers to a Super Bowl XLV victory in 2011 and was even named MVP.
Besides crossing the 60,000-yard mark, Rodgers is now the seventh all-time on the NFL list for total passing yards.
The NFL player holds the highest career passer rating in NFL history, with a rating of 102.6.
Furthermore, he set the record with a passer rating of 122.5 in 2011, along with the lowest interception percentage in a season.
Aaron Rodgers becomes the 9th QB in NFL History to reach 60,000 passing yards 💪 pic.twitter.com/WJTPsdheZv
— NFL (@NFL) October 6, 2024
His recent achievements have been nothing short of spectacular, having surpassed Matt Ryan’s passing record.
Rodgers’ career passing yards now stand at 61,497 yards, while Matt Ryan’s total is 62,792 yards.
Further, he also became the 5th NFL quarterback to post 500 career TD passes in a possible last game with the Jets.
AARON RODGERS. MR. 500. 👑 pic.twitter.com/2bv3NgZa1t
— NFL (@NFL) January 5, 2025
Despite his impressive career stats, Rodgers has expressed uncertainty about his future with the Jets and in the NFL, mentioning he needs time to rest and decide on his next steps.
Nonetheless, his performance and his dedication to the sport have become an inspiration for many aspiring athletes.
In Case You Didn’t Know
- Aaron Rodgers played college football for the California Golden Bears, after which the Green Bay Packers selected him in the first round of the 2025 NFL draft.
- Rodgers earned the Associated Press Athlete of the Year title in 2011 and league MVP for four seasons in the NFL.
- Aaron is a four-time winner of the Best NFL Player ESPY Award. He played for the Green Bay Packers for 18 years since the start of his professional career.
