{
  "id": 5684699,
  "title": "Aaron Rodgers Reveals Major Plan for After Final NFL Season",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/05/aaron-rodgers-reveals-major-plan-for-after-final-nfl-season",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-05T01:24:20.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Newsweek",
    "slug": "newsweek",
    "url": "https://www.newsweek.com/sports/nfl/aaron-rodgers-reveals-major-plan-for-after-final-nfl-season-12407698"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Aaron Rodgers, the 42-year-old star quarterback of the Pittsburgh Steelers, has revealed his plan for what he will do after his final NFL season. The plan likely won't involve football, as Rodgers plans to focus on starting a family. Rodgers mentioned to Sirius XM's Adam Schein that he is hopeful his wife will become pregnant by the time he retires. The football veteran has already achieved numerous accolades, including a Super Bowl ring and multiple NFL Most Valuable Player awards. While discussing his plans with Schein, Rodgers expressed excitement about being back in his family's life, particularly in his role as an \"Uncle Aaron\" to his brother's children. The veteran quarterback also mentioned his eagerness to heal his body after the grueling career he has had. When asked if this revelation was a prediction, Rodgers confirmed his wife isn't currently pregnant, but he hopes she will be after his retirement. Rodgers remained tight-lipped about his wife's identity, revealing they had been secretly married for several months. He announced his decision to return for a final season after dating high-profile celebrities, including Danica Patrick, Shailene Woodley, and Olivia Munn. Rodgers will reunite with his former head coach, Mike McCarthy, for his last NFL season as they aim to secure a playoff spot for the Steelers, with their regular season opener scheduled for September 13 against the Atlanta Falcons.",
  "summary": "Ahead of his final season, Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers revealed his major plan after he officially retires from the NFL.",
  "key_points": [
    "Aaron Rodgers plans to start a family after his final NFL season.",
    "Rodgers hopes his wife will become pregnant by retirement.",
    "He will reunite with former head coach Mike McCarthy for last season."
  ],
  "editors_take": "Rodgers' plan to start a family after retirement marks a new life chapter, shifting his focus from football to family life and personal healing after a grueling career.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}