Fans and media members have been eagerly awaiting Aaron Rodgers’ decision regarding his NFL future. In the interim, ESPN’s Domonique Foxworth shared his opinions on what Rodgers should do next. Initially, many believed that Rodgers could strike a deal with the Pittsburgh Steelers. However, a recent report from The Athletic’s Michael Silver and Dianna Russini indicated that Rodgers is now focusing on the Minnesota Vikings, leaving both the Steelers and the New York Giants in a holding pattern while he seeks clarity on a potential deal with Minnesota.
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— Dianna Russini (@DMRussini) March 15, 2025
This topic arose on The Domonique Foxworth Show, where Foxworth discussed why joining the Vikings might represent an excellent opportunity for Rodgers to “makeover his image” as he nears the end of his career. He posited that a move to Minnesota might allow Rodgers a fresh start and a chance to reshape his narrative. According to Foxworth, “If I am Aaron Rodgers, I would go play for the Vikings for free… First, I would publicly make some big statement about how humbled I was by the experience last year.” He emphasized the importance of selling himself to the team, possibly having Rodgers announce that he would no longer appear on The Pat McAfee Show.
Foxworth acknowledged that while it’s easy for him to suggest money may not matter to Rodgers, who has amassed $380 million over his 20-year career, he believes the focus should now be on rewriting the end of his career. He explained, “Because the end of his career is going to be the lasting taste we have in our mouth… it would really benefit him to go somewhere else and kind of makeover his image.”
“If I’m Aaron Rodgers, I would go play for the Vikings for FREE…I think it would really benefit him to go somewhere else and make over his image.” – @Foxworth24
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— The Domonique Foxworth Show (@FoxworthShow) March 17, 2025
Rodgers has made it clear that he wants to “feel wanted” and play for a contender if he decides to return for a 21st season. The Minnesota Vikings certainly meet that criteria, having finished with the second-best regular season record in the NFC last year. Foxworth’s suggestion regarding Rodgers reducing his appearances on The Pat McAfee Show aligns with reports indicating that the New York Jets requested this before their parting, though it was more of a suggestion than an ultimatum.
It’s uncertain if the Vikings will want Rodgers to skip appearances on The Pat McAfee Show as part of finalizing a deal. Alternatively, he may just be taking his time—a point that the media has been quick to criticize. Ultimately, whether Rodgers signs with the Vikings, Steelers, Giants, or chooses retirement remains to be seen, but Foxworth is adamant that the Vikings present the best opportunity for Rodgers to reshape his public image.
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