Art Rooney has a sense of where Aaron Rodgers’ head is.

Aaron Rodgers is unlikely to play in the NFL again. If he does, it’s probably not going to be for the Pittsburgh Steelers.

A whole lot has happened since the Steelers beat the Baltimore Ravens to qualify for the playoffs. Their season is over, and they’re searching for a new head coach with just over a week removed.

Rodgers signed a one-year deal with the Steelers after taking several months to decide on his future. He ultimately decided to play for Mike Tomlin, a decision now expected to impact his future.

Tomlin stepped down from his position as the team’s head coach on Tuesday, leaving the team after a 19-year spell. He resigned less than 24 hours after losing to the Houston Texans, with two years remaining on his contract.

Team owner Art Rooney II spoke to the media on Wednesday, telling reporters that Tomlin’s departure is likely to influence Rodgers’ decision.

“Yeah, I mean, look, Aaron came here to play for Mike,” Rooney said. “So, I think it will most likely affect his decision.”

Aaron Rodgers Not Ready To Decide On His Future Just Yet

Aaron Rodgers (Photo via X)
The 42-year-old spoke after Monday’s loss and suggested he would be taking his time.

“No, I mean, I’m not going to make any emotional decisions,” he said. “Disappointed obviously. Such a fun year. A lot of adversity but a lot of fun.”

“Been a great year overall in my life in the last year, and this is a really good part of that, coming here and being a part of this team,” he continued. “So, it’s disappointing to be sitting here with the season over.”

Rodgers may have considered returning had Tomlin opted to stick around.

There’s also the wear and tear on his body to consider. Rodgers took a hefty strip sack during the loss on Monday that nearly knocked the lights out of him. He might not want to go through another gruelling NFL campaign at his age.

Whatever he decides to do will be a huge development either way.

Luka Doncic ‘destroys’ the Mavs on his return. Gets standing ovation and shows love to Mark Cuban

Luka Doncic hits 45 points in his first game in Dallas since being traded to the Los Angeles.

It’s rare for a home crowd to cheer the visiting team, but Luka Doncic’s return to Dallas was no ordinary night.

Just days before February’s trade deadline, the Mavericks shocked the NBA by sending their 26-year-old superstar to the Lakers—a move that outraged fans and sparked backlash toward GM Nico Harrison.

On Wednesday, Doncic played his first game back in Dallas since the trade. The arena was filled with fans in both his old Mavs and new Lakers jerseys, many chanting “Fire Nico” in protest.

Despite the emotion in the air, Doncic delivered a dominant performance, scoring a game-high 45 points to lead the Lakers to a 112-97 win. It was a powerful return for one of the league’s brightest stars—and a night Dallas won’t soon forget

The Mavericks pay tribute to Luka Dončić

While the Mavericks’ decision to trade Luka Doncic remains heavily criticized, they handled his return to Dallas with undeniable grace. The organization made sure his first game back as a Laker was met with respect and appreciation.

Every seat in the arena was draped with a T-shirt reading “Hvala za vse,” which translates from Slovenian to “thank you for everything.” It was a thoughtful nod to Doncic’s heritage and impact on the franchise.

Before tip-off, during the starting lineup announcements, the Mavericks played a tribute video showcasing some of Doncic’s most iconic moments in a Dallas jersey. The emotional gesture clearly resonated—moving Doncic to tears in front of the crowd that once called him their own.

Luka Doncic ‘DESTROYS’ his old team

Luka delivered a dazzling performance against his former team, putting up 45 points on 16-of-28 shooting, including 7-of-10 from beyond the arc. He also added 8 rebounds, 6 assists, and 4 steals in a game that showed exactly why he’s one of the best in the league.

From the opening tip, Doncic was locked in. By halftime, Doncic had racked up 31 points on 11-of-16 shooting in just 19 minutes—marking the 10th time in his career he’s scored 30 or more in a single half.

Though his scoring slowed in the second half, he continued to lead effectively, securing both a Lakers win and an unforgettable showing for the fans in Dallas.