Jordan Rodgers' playoff pick gets Aaron unexpected show of support as longstanding family rift takes another turn

Jordan backs Aaron on ESPN

During a Wednesday appearance on ESPN, Jordan Rodgers was asked which AFC quarterback he would trust most for a playoff run. He selected Aaron, who is leading the Pittsburgh Steelers in what the article describes as his final NFL season.

Jordan pointed to Pittsburgh’s defense and running game, saying the team asks less of Aaron than teams had in earlier parts of his career. He said the quarterback’s role is to manage the run game and create chances for playmakers.

Jordan also cited Aaron’s MVP awards and veteran experience. “I trust the guy that’s got the MVPs,” Jordan said, according to a clip shared by Awful Announcing on X.

Signs of family progress

The public endorsement comes amid a family estrangement that has drawn attention for much of the past decade. The article says relationships have begun to shift this year, with family members taking steps toward repairing connections.

In July, Aaron reunited with his parents and brother Luke and shared photos from the gathering. Jordan and Fletcher did not appear in the pictures, though both liked the Instagram post.

Reconciliation remains uncertain

Aaron has previously said he hopes the family can find its way back to one another. Jordan’s remarks offer a public show of support, but the article describes the family history as still unresolved.

Aaron is married to Brittani, though he has not shared photos of her, the article says. It does not provide further details about the couple or the status of the wider family relationships.