Aaron Rodgers was seriously considered as a backup plan for the Los Angeles Rams had Matthew Stafford moved on. Head coach Sean McVay recently confirmed the team's interest, shedding new light on Rodgers' decision-making process before ultimately signing with the Pittsburgh Steelers.

The Pittsburgh Steelers have a new quarterback in Aaron Rodgers, but he wasn't their preferred choice. The team reportedly prioritized trading for Matthew Stafford or re-signing Justin Fields before Rodgers, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.

The 2025 NFL offseason isn't over, but it's already produced a plethora of big-name storylines: Aaron Rodgers trying to save the Pittsburgh Steelers, George Pickens landing with the Dallas Cowboys, a bunch of high-profile pass rushers seeking new contracts during minicamp, and so much more.