Although Rodgers is still a free agent, he might be in Minnesota right now if the Vikings had decided to sign him. At the NFL owner's meeting in late March, Vikings coach Kevin O'

Darnold signed a three-year, $100.5 million contract with Seattle ($33.5 million average annual salary). The Athletic's report noted Rodgers' asking price was "not expected to be a major stumbling block" for teams. Russini reported around the same time that the New York Giants were believed to have offered Rodgers the most lucrative contract.

Rodgers said it was important to meet with Steelers coach Mike Tomlin and general manager Omar Khan and get a feel for the city. He left without an agreement, though everyone from