BREAKING NEWS: Aaron Rodgers Hints at Final NFL Season — Says He Wants to Sign with the 49ers “Even Just for One Year”
In an emotional and unexpected moment on the @PatMcAfeeShow, legendary quarterback Aaron Rodgers dropped a bombshell that could redefine the end of his storied NFL career.
“I’m pretty sure this is the last season of my NFL career,” Rodgers said.
“But before I walk away, I’d love to wear the red and gold. Even just for one year.”
The statement immediately sent shockwaves across the football world. Rodgers — a four-time NFL MVP, Super Bowl champion, and one of the most iconic passers of the 21st century — hinted that his final chapter may belong to the team that once passed on him in the 2005 NFL Draft: the San Francisco 49ers.
A Full-Circle Moment?
Rodgers, a California native and lifelong 49ers fan, has openly expressed admiration for the franchise in recent years. But this is the first time he’s publicly stated a desire to sign with San Francisco — even if just for one last ride.
“There’s something poetic about finishing where it all started… even if it never really started there,” he said with a smile.
Reactions Pour In
Social media exploded within minutes of the interview clip going live.
The hashtags #RodgersToThe49ers, #OneLastDance, and #FarewellSeason began trending instantly.
Fans were stunned:
“Rodgers in a 49ers jersey would break the internet. Do it, John Lynch.”
“As a Packers fan, this hurts. But as a football fan? Goosebumps.”
Even NFL legends chimed in.
Joe Montana posted on X:
“We’d welcome him in red. One of the best to ever do it.”
Could It Happen?
Rodgers is currently under contract, and any move to San Francisco would require some serious maneuvering. But in the NFL — especially with a future Hall of Famer involved — anything is possible.
Insiders say 49ers GM John Lynch and head coach Kyle Shanahan have long admired Rodgers’ skillset, and with their Super Bowl window wide open, a one-year deal could be mutually beneficial.
A Legacy Defined by Greatness
Rodgers, now in his 40s, has spent nearly two decades dazzling fans with precision, flair, and brilliance under pressure. Whether it was Lambeau in the snow, MetLife under the lights, or a potential final ride in Levi’s® Stadium — his legacy is already secure.
“If this is it, I want to go out smiling,” Rodgers added. “Preferably in the Bay.”
