Aaron Rodgers is not done rewriting the record books. The 42-year-old quarterback, fresh off a season with the Pittsburgh Steelers, is returning for the 2026 NFL campaign, and he has a very specific number in mind: 70,000.
Rodgers, who already has a Hall of Fame resume with four MVP awards, is on the cusp of becoming just the fifth quarterback in NFL history to eclipse 70,000 career passing yards. According to Pro Football Talk, Rodgers currently sits at 66,274 yards, meaning he needs 3,726 yards this fall to hit that milestone.
That's a very attainable number for a healthy Rodgers. He threw for 3,695 yards in his final season with the Packers in 2022, 3,897 yards in 2024 with the Jets, and 3,322 yards last year in his first season with the Steelers. The odds at DraftKings have him at +200 to reach the 3,726-yard mark.
Rodgers will be reunited with former Green Bay Packers head coach Mike McCarthy, now leading the Steelers. The duo won a Super Bowl together in Green Bay, and their reunion has injected some optimism into a Pittsburgh team that doesn't have sky-high expectations heading into the season. Still, in a tough AFC North division, anything can happen.
This milestone chase is reminiscent of other recent record pursuits around the league. Just as Aaron Donald's potential return to the Rams generated buzz, Rodgers' pursuit of 70,000 yards is a storyline that will keep fans watching. And it's not just about personal stats—it's about cementing his legacy even further.
Rodgers has already secured his spot in Canton, Ohio, but climbing the all-time passing list is a different kind of achievement. It's a testament to longevity, consistency, and elite play well into his 40s. The Steelers may not be Super Bowl favorites, but they have a quarterback who is still hungry for history.
As the 2026 season approaches, all eyes will be on Rodgers and his quest to join the 70,000-yard club. The record books are waiting, and he's ready to push a lot higher.
