While some wanted to see Minnesota sign Rodgers, the team opted to go in a different direction. Instead of bringing in the 41-year-old signal caller, the Vikings decided to roll with second-year quarterback J.J. McCarthy and hand the keys to the franchise over to the former Michigan standout.

Aaron Rodgers has officially signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers, but he wasn't the first option — or second — according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. The four-time NFL MVP and former Super Bowl champion is on a one-year deal after ending his free agency.

The Pittsburgh Steelers are all smiles after finally ending their courtship of four-time MVP quarterback Aaron Rodgers. Rodgers, 41, officially inked his contract with Pittsburgh this past Saturday as he enters a new chapter with his third team (Packers, Jets).