Aaron Rodgers confesses he’s in a “serious relationship” while dodging NFL team talks

In a rare glimpse into his romantic world, the 41-year-old quarterback surprised fans during his appearance on The Pat McAfee Show on Thursday, April 17. While addressing ongoing speculation about his future in the NFL, Rodgers dropped a personal bombshell: he’s now in a “serious relationship.”

“I’m in a different phase of my life,” he admitted, drawing a distinct line between his playing past and personal present. “I’m 41 years old, I’m in a serious relationship. I have off-the-field stuff going on that requires my attention.”

Rodgers explained that his current priorities aren’t all gridiron-related. Life, it seems, has shifted off the field. “I have personal commitments I made not knowing what my future was going to look like after last year, that are important to me.”

The revelation marks a clear turning point in the quarterback’s famously private personal life. Though often tight-lipped, Rodgers previously let slip the name of his partner, Brittani, during a December 2024 episode of the same show. At the time, he casually mentioned a missing delivery: “There was one package left for my girlfriend Brittani that hadn’t showed up yet.”

That brief aside sent fans and gossip columns into a frenzy. But until now, Rodgers hadn’t confirmed the seriousness of the relationship—or how much it had shaped his future plans.

Once known for his high-profile flings and celebrity ties, including a relationship with actress Shailene Woodley, Rodgers now appears to be focused on something more grounded. His former romance with Mallory Edens, daughter of Milwaukee Bucks co-owner Wes Edens, also garnered plenty of media attention. But Brittani seems different—Rodgers isn’t just dating; he’s committing.

And with that commitment, the football star has grown increasingly evasive about his NFL future. Having cut ties with the New York Jets, the free agent has sparked countless rumours about where—or whether—he’ll play next. His meetings with potential teams remain hush-hush, but one thing is clear: Rodgers isn’t rushing back into the game.

The man who once dominated headlines for his throws is now making them for his personal revelations. Fans might still hold out hope for a comeback, but Rodgers seems more interested in settling into a life less public, less pressured, and more emotionally rooted.

That doesn’t mean he’s walked away from the sport entirely. But for now, he’s prioritising what happens off the field—whether that’s honouring commitments, exploring new ventures, or deepening a relationship that clearly holds weight.

As for Brittani, little is known beyond the name and a missed delivery. Rodgers has kept the rest under wraps—and intentionally so. Given the media frenzy that often surrounds his personal life, it’s not hard to see why.

Whether Rodgers returns to football or quietly rides into the sunset, one thing’s for certain: he’s rewriting the script on what it means to be an NFL legend in his 40s. And this chapter? It’s all about love, priorities, and a very deliberate pause from the public spotlight.