Rodgers accepted a team-friendly contract to join the Steelers earlier in June after his two seasons with the Jets did not go as he or that organization had hoped.

Aaron Rodgers called continuing his playing career with the Steelers a decision that was "best for my soul," and noted that coach Mike Tomlin was the biggest draw when it came to picking Pittsburgh.

After weeks of waiting and mulling his different options, Aaron Rodgers has chosen his new NFL team. The four-time NFL MVP agreed to terms with the Pittsburgh Steelers, the team announced Thursday night.