Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers has expressed indifference toward the skepticism surrounding his abilities as he gears up for his 21st NFL season. During an appearance on the Pat McAfee Show, which was broadcast live from Steelers training camp in Latrobe, Pennsylvania, Rodgers addressed comments made by McAfee regarding his performance. McAfee noted that Rodgers' first training camp pass was intercepted by linebacker Patrick Queen and remarked that there were numerous opinions suggesting Rodgers has 'lost it.' In response, the four-time NFL MVP conveyed a lack of concern regarding such perceptions.

Rodgers is embracing a new chapter in his career after spending 18 seasons with the Green Bay Packers followed by two with the New York Jets. He returned to play last season after being sidelined for almost the entirety of 2023 due to a torn Achilles suffered in the opening quarter of a Week 1 contest against the Buffalo Bills. For the 2024 season, Rodgers recorded completion rates of 63.0 percent, totaling 3,897 yards, 28 touchdowns, and 11 interceptions. According to Pro Football Reference, he finished the previous season ranked 20th in quarterback rating and 28th in QBR among 36 qualifiers. While it was not his strongest year, Rodgers is now focused on the opportunity presented in Pittsburgh.

The Steelers have provided Rodgers with a number of offensive weapons, notably the addition of wide receiver D.K. Metcalf, who is expected to be the team's primary receiving target. Additionally, Pittsburgh acquired Pro Bowl tight end Jonnu Smith from the Miami Dolphins via trade, creating a potent tight end duo alongside Pat Freiermuth. Given that Rodgers is unlikely to see extensive playing time during the preseason, fans can anticipate their first significant glimpse of him in a Steelers uniform on September 7, when Pittsburgh faces the Jets to kick off the regular season.