Aaron Rodgers to re-sign with Steelers, reunite with coach Mike McCarthy

Aaron Rodgers again took his time to contemplate the next step of his career, but he won't extend his wait into the summer this time around. Rodgers agreed to sign a one-year contract to return to the Pittsburgh Steelers , according to multiple reports, opting to push forward with a 22nd season in his storied career. He visited the team earlier in May , per multiple reports, with the expectation that he would sign shortly thereafter.

The move brings clarity for both the 42-year-old quarterback and coach Mike McCarthy, who previously coached Rodgers for 13 seasons in Green Bay. After signing a one-year deal with the Steelers last June, Rodgers told "The Pat McAfee Show" that he was "pretty sure" he would not play beyond the deal. Yet after McCarthy was hired to succeed Mike Tomlin, who resigned after a 19-year run , the coach made it clear he would welcome a reunion with the four-time NFL MVP.

"I mean definitely. I don't see why you wouldn't," McCarthy said at his introductory news conference when asked whether he wanted Rodgers back with the team. "I have spoken to Aaron, and so that's really where we are there, but I was able to sit back and watch the games and watch most of the Pittsburgh games on TV, and I thought he was a great asset for the team.

" Still, Rodgers bided his time after acknowledging he would again weigh his options, including retirement. Team owner and president Art Rooney II said at the league meetings in March that he expected a decision from the quarterback by the draft, but the event passed without any movement. The Steelers, however, remained resolute in wanting him back.