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Aaron Rodgers Doubles Down on NFL Retirement Stance as Steelers QB Beats Peyton Manning’s NFL Record Against Saints

Aaron Rodgers fans got their answer, though they may still be seeking clarity on whether the veteran will extend his career by another year. After the Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback achieved a milestone against the New Orleans Saints, moving ahead of…

By Soheli Tarafdar · Essentially Sports

Published: Monday, 26 October 2026 at 1:00 AM

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Aaron Rodgers reiterated he will retire after the 2026 season despite surpassing Peyton Manning on the touchdown list.
Rodgers threw his 540th career passing touchdown to Darnell Washington against the New Orleans Saints.
The achievement places Rodgers alone in third on the NFL's all-time passing touchdown list behind Tom Brady and Drew Brees.

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Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers reaffirmed that the 2026 season will be his last in the NFL, despite surpassing Peyton Manning on the all-time passing touchdown list during a game against the New Orleans Saints. Speaking at a post-game press conference in Paris, Rodgers dismissed suggestions of playing another year, confirming his intent to retire and focus on his growing family.

Rodgers entered the contest tied with Manning at 539 career passing touchdowns. He took sole possession of third place in NFL history—trailing only Drew Brees and Tom Brady—after throwing his 540th touchdown pass to tight end Darnell Washington in the second quarter.

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