NFL Rumors: Aaron Rodgers Walks Beach Every Night amid Viral Photo, Contract Buzz

Some insight into Aaron Rodgers' viral photo was provided by ESPN's Pat McAfee ahead of the quarterback's looming free-agency decision.

During Friday's edition of the Pat McAfee Show, McAfee revealed that Rodgers "walks the beach at sunset every night" at his California home (2:50 mark).

McAfee added that "every night is a thinking session about what life is supposed to be" for Rodgers.

ESPN's Dan Graziano reported that the New York Giants and Pittsburgh Steelers were "begging" for the veteran passer to sign with them as they awaited his choice.

The New York Jets released the 41-year-old on Wednesday, although the team announced it was moving on from him on Feb. 13.

ESPN's Jordan Raanan reported that a "resolution" regarding Rodgers and the Giants was expected on Wednesday, noting that the situation "does not appear to be a money thing" from New York's perspective.

The Steelers have also made an offer to the four-time MVP, according to Gerry Dulac of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Per Dulac, the delay in Rodgers' talks with Pittsburgh is also "not about money."

The Giants and Steelers aren't the only teams with ties to the veteran, with Dianna Russini of The Athletic revealing that the Minnesota Vikings are "seriously discussing" the idea of signing Rodgers after losing 2024 starter Sam Darnold in free agency.

Rodgers was efficient in the pocket during his final year on the Jets, but he didn't look as sharp compared to the end of his tenure with the Green Bay Packers in which he won MVP honors in 2020 and 2021.

In 17 appearances with the Jets in 2024, Rodgers completed 63 percent of his passes for 3,897 yards and 28 touchdowns compared to 11 interceptions. New York finished with a record of just 5-12.

As possible suitors wait for Rodgers to make his final decision, he's still contemplating his options as a free agent.