By Adeniyi Precious 
Aaron Rodgers may be eyeing a move to the New York Giants for the 2025 season, but things aren’t looking too great for the team. Over the weekend, reports about his contract preferences surfaced, and it seems the Giants might be trailing behind other teams like the Pittsburgh Steelers and Minnesota Vikings in the race for the four-time MVP.
The Giants have been focusing on signing the 41-year-old QB, but it looks like they’re in third place at the moment. According to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, both the Steelers and Giants have active offers for Rodgers, but there’s more than just money involved. It’s about fit, team vibe, and other factors that might be weighing on his decision. The Vikings, while still in the mix, might be backing out as they focus on their young QB, J.J. McCarthy, leaving the Giants in a tricky spot.
The Giants’ roster is improving, but when it comes to salary, they may not have as much to offer as Pittsburgh, who’s also coming off a playoff season. Rodgers is reportedly looking for a deal worth $34 million per year, similar to the contract Sam Darnold got from Seattle. Even if the Giants match that, they still have a tough challenge ahead. Their roster is in better shape than in 2024, but they’re still not seen as a top contender in the NFC East, especially with powerhouse teams like the Eagles and Cowboys ahead of them.
The Giants might sweeten their offer, especially since Rodgers is familiar with the area from his time with the Jets. But if that’s the case, it might come down to money after all.