Yardbarker
x
Vikings Make Clear Aaron Rodgers Decision
© Kevin R. Wexler / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

Vikings Make Clear Aaron Rodgers Decision

Originally posted on Athlon Sports  |  By Max Escarpio  |  Last updated Mar 19, 2025 9:41 AM ET

The Minnesota Vikings have been involved in the Aaron Rodgers sweepstakes for quite some time, but it seems they have removed their name from his list of potential landing spots. 

Minnesota entered the 2024 season with Sam Darnold and JJ McCarthy in their quarterback room. Darnold wound up having a breakout year, proving himself as a quality NFL starter while McCarthy spent the season on the sideline with a knee injury suffered during training camp. 

Following Darnold's decision to sign with the Seattle Seahawks after a Pro Bowl season, the question was whether the Vikings were ready to hand the reins over to McCarthy, the No. 10 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft. 

Despite the rumors that the Vikings were the No. 1 landing spot for Rodgers, NFL insider Tom Pelissero has reported that Minnesota is not pursuing the former New York Jets quarterback "at this time."

Rodgers spent the past two seasons with the Jets, though he only played four snaps in 2023 after rupturing an Achilles tendon in Week 1.

Last season, the 41-year-old completed 63% of his passes for 3,897 yards, 28 touchdowns and 11 interceptions as the Jets finished 5-12. 

While Minnesota plans to "move forward" with McCarthy and add a veteran quarterback, Rodgers doesn't seem to fit the mold.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

More must-reads:

Customize Your Newsletter

Yardbarker +

Get the latest news and rumors, customized to your favorite sports and teams. Emailed daily. Always free!

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.