After a disappointing Sunday Night Football loss to the Los Angeles Chargers, questions are swirling about Aaron Rodgers’ future. The 41-year-old Steelers quarterback struggled to find rhythm, completing 16 of 31 passes for 151 yards, throwing one touchdown and two interceptions.
Former NFL star LeSean McCoy, who has been critical of Rodgers this season, didn’t hold back. “It’s time,” McCoy said on Speakeasy. “I love Aaron Rodgers and don’t want to speak ill of him, but he looks nervous, uncomfortable. I saw a scared Aaron Rodgers out there. At 41, it’s time to hang it up.”

Rodgers, ever the competitor, acknowledged mistakes and vowed to improve. “I expect to play great every single week, and this was not my best performance,” he said. “I’ve got to play better — better checks, better throws. Whatever it takes. We’ve got a division opponent next week. We’re 5–4, ahead by a game. We need to bounce back.”
Despite Rodgers’ effort, analysts point out that missed opportunities cost the Steelers a chance to secure a key signature win in the AFC playoff race. His struggles also highlight broader issues: the Steelers’ offense sputtered in the first half, receivers failed to get open at critical moments, and the running game never found its footing.
The debate over Rodgers’ future is heating up. Fans and analysts alike are questioning if the four-time MVP can still perform at elite levels or if McCoy’s warning signals the start of the end for one of football’s most legendary careers.
In the midst of scrutiny, Rodgers remains focused, determined to lead his team and prove critics wrong — but the pressure is mounting, and every throw counts.