Aaron Rodgers ‘not holding anybody hostage’ when it comes to decision on future

When Aaron Rodgers said he was going to take his time in deciding what’s next for his future, he meant it.

The 41-year-old remains a free agent. And while he’s been connected to a few teams throughout the offseason, the Pittsburgh Steelers appeared to be the favorite to land the four-time NFL MVP.

But there’s been no movement on a contract, and Rodgers revealed during an appearance on “The Pat McAfee Show” where things stand regarding what’s next.

“I’m not holding anyone hostage and have been upfront with every team,” Rodgers said.

“To make a commitment to a team is a big thing. I’m open to anything and attached to nothing,” Rodgers said. “So yeah, retirement still could be a possibility. But right now my focus has been and will continue to be on my personal life.”

Rodgers added that the delay in making a decision about whether to play or retire stems from personal things going on his life that need his attention more than football. The teams he was in contact with, including the Steelers, are aware that Rodgers isn’t ready to make a decision.

A recent report suggested the Steelers — who lost both Justin Fields and Russell Wilson in the offseason — were left in the dark when it came to Rodgers’ decision.

But that claim was debunked.

“I’ve been completely honest with teams from the jump. I having been stringing anyone along,” Rodgers said. “I have obligations in my personal life that I’ve told each teams from the start “

The veteran quarterback said he’d play for $10 million and never told teams he wanted a multi-year deal. But he’s still in no rush to decide what he wants to do.

“I haven’t felt like I owed anybody a decision,” Rodgers said. “There’s been no deadline.”

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