Aaron Rodgers Kicks Off Steelers Camp with Pick, Promises Touchdowns Ahead

Well, folks, Aaron Rodgers is back on the field, and he’s already making waves—though not exactly the kind you’d hope for on day one. The veteran quarterback, now donning the black and gold of Pittsburgh, tossed an interception on his very first pass during the Steelers’ initial team period on Thursday. But if you’re expecting Rodgers to hang his head, think again. With a grin that could charm a referee, he shrugged it off, telling reporters, "It’s good to get that out the way."

Let’s be real—Rodgers isn’t new to this game. At 41, the four-time NFL MVP has seen it all, from Super Bowl glory to sideline setbacks. After a rough couple of years with the New York Jets, where injuries and unmet expectations piled up like laundry on a Monday, he’s in Pittsburgh with a fresh start. And while that opening pick might’ve raised some eyebrows, Rodgers isn’t sweating it. He’s got the confidence of a man who knows he’s thrown far more touchdowns than interceptions over his storied career. As he put it, "I’m gonna throw some picks, but I’m gonna throw some touchdowns, too." That’s the kind of optimism we need in a world full of Monday morning quarterbacks.

Training in the sticky Pittsburgh heat, Rodgers admitted there’ll be challenges—sweaty balls (the football kind, mind you) and tight throws that don’t always land. But he’s embracing it. More than that, he’s still got his eyes on the big prize. Talking about Super Bowl contenders, he pegged the Steelers as one of the 10 to 12 teams with a shot, maybe even among the top six to eight on paper. That’s not just bravado; it’s a reminder that Rodgers, with nearly 4,000 yards and 28 touchdowns last season despite the chaos, still has gas in the tank.

So, Steelers fans, buckle up. Rodgers might throw a few more picks as he fine-tunes his game, but if history’s any guide, he’s got plenty of magic left up his sleeve. Here’s to hoping those touchdowns outnumber the turnovers—and that Pittsburgh’s newest star can lead the team to a season worth cheering about.