Career Timeline of Aaron Rodgers: Major Achievements and Milestones
From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Aaron Rodgers made an impact.
Aaron Rodgers is a professional American football quarterback currently playing for the New York Jets. Prior to joining the Jets, he spent 18 seasons with the Green Bay Packers after being drafted in the first round of the 2005 NFL draft. He played college football for the California Golden Bears. Rodgers is widely considered to be one of the greatest and most talented quarterbacks in NFL history.
1962: Career-High Passing Yards Record
In 2013, after Rodgers had a career-high 480 passing yards, Rodgers became the first quarterback since Y. A. Tittle in 1962 to throw for at least 480 yards, four touchdowns and no interceptions in a game.
1966: Bart Starr's Passer Rating
In 1966, Bart Starr had a 105.0 passer rating.
1968: Bart Starr's Passer Rating
In 1968, Bart Starr had a 104.3 passer rating.
1969: Six Touchdown Passes in a Half
During Week 10 of 2014, against the Bears, Rodgers became the second player since Daryle Lamonica in 1969 to throw six touchdown passes in the first half.
1970: Yards Per Attempt Statistic
Since becoming an official stat in 1970, Aaron Rodgers' yards per attempt in the 2011 season ranks fourth-highest all-time.
1992: First Time since 1992 that Favre Did Not Start
In 2008, with Rodgers making his debut as a starter, it marked the first time since 1992 that a quarterback other than Favre started a regular season game for the Packers.
1996: Super Bowl Team
The 1996 Super Bowl team held the previous record for most points, with 456.
2003: Set School Record for Interception Percentage
In 2003, Aaron Rodgers set a school record for the lowest percentage of passes intercepted at 1.43%.
2003: Named Starting Quarterback at Cal
In 2003, Aaron Rodgers was named the starting quarterback in the fifth game of the season for the California Golden Bears.
2004: Led Cal to Top-Five Ranking
In 2004, Aaron Rodgers led the California Golden Bears to a 10-1 record and a top-five ranking at the end of the regular season.
August 2005: Agreed to Deal with Packers
In August 2005, Aaron Rodgers agreed to a five-year, $7.7 million deal with the Green Bay Packers.
December 19, 2005: Played Against Baltimore Ravens
On December 19, 2005, Aaron Rodgers entered the game against the Baltimore Ravens and completed 8 of 15 passes for 65 yards and an interception.
2005: Entered NFL Draft
After the 2004 season and a Holiday Bowl loss, Aaron Rodgers decided to forgo his senior season and entered the 2005 NFL draft.
2005: Drafted by Green Bay Packers
In 2005, Aaron Rodgers was drafted by the Green Bay Packers in the first round of the NFL draft, marking the beginning of his NFL career.
2005: Expected to Be Selected Early in NFL Draft
In 2005, Aaron Rodgers was expected to be selected early in the NFL Draft due to his impressive stats as a junior at Cal.
November 19, 2006: Broke Foot Against Patriots
On November 19, 2006, Aaron Rodgers broke his left foot while playing against the New England Patriots, causing him to miss the rest of the season.
November 29, 2007: Played Against the Dallas Cowboys
On November 29, 2007, Aaron Rodgers played when Favre was injured. Rodgers completed 18 passes for 201 yards, with no interceptions. He also threw his first touchdown pass but was sacked three times.
2007: Trade Rumors Surfaced
Prior to the 2007 season, rumors surfaced about a potential trade involving Aaron Rodgers, but he stayed in Green Bay.
March 4, 2008: Favre's Retirement
On March 4, 2008, Brett Favre announced his retirement, paving the way for Aaron Rodgers to become the Packers' starting quarterback for the 2008 season.
October 31, 2008: Signed Contract Extension
On October 31, 2008, Aaron Rodgers signed a six-year, $65 million contract extension with the Green Bay Packers.
2008: Became Packers' Starting Quarterback
In 2008, Aaron Rodgers became the starting quarterback for the Green Bay Packers, succeeding Brett Favre.
2008: Most Interceptions Since 2008
In 2022, Aaron Rodgers had 12 Interceptions, which marked the most for Rodgers in a single season since 2008.
2008: "Championship Belt" touchdown celebration
Since becoming a starter in 2008, Rodgers has become known for his unique touchdown celebration, which he and his teammates have dubbed the "Championship Belt."
2009: Rodgers-Led Offense Records
During Week 10 of 2014, the 55–14 victory tied the Packers' 55–7 win vs. the Titans in 2009 for the most points scored by a Rodgers-led offense.
2009: Lowest Passing Interception Percentage
In 2009, Aaron Rodgers led the NFL in lowest passing interception percentage.
2009: First Win in a Comeback Situation
In 2009, Aaron Rodgers recorded his first win in a comeback situation against the Chicago Bears.
2010: Overtime Losses
In 2010, Aaron Rodgers had a record of 0-5 in overtime games.
2010: Super Bowl XLV Victory
In 2010, Aaron Rodgers led the Green Bay Packers to victory in Super Bowl XLV and earned the Super Bowl MVP award.
January 23, 2011: NFC Championship Victory
On January 23, 2011, Aaron Rodgers led the Packers to a 21–14 victory over the Chicago Bears in the NFC Championship game, despite a 55.4 passer rating.
2011: Record-Breaking Season
In 2011, Aaron Rodgers finished the season with a then-record 4,643 passing yards, 45 touchdown passes, and a passer rating of 122.5, setting numerous franchise and NFL records.
2012: Touchdown-to-Interception Ratio Leader
In 2012, Aaron Rodgers led the NFL in touchdown-to-interception ratio.
April 26, 2013: Contract Extension
On April 26, 2013, Aaron Rodgers signed a 5-year, $110 million contract extension with the Packers, becoming the highest-paid player in the NFL at the time.
2013: Third Greatest Passing Season
In 2013, ESPN ranked Rodgers' 2011 season as the third greatest passing season of all time, recognizing its efficiency and impact.
2014: End of Contract Extension
Aaron Rodgers' contract extension ended in 2014.
2014: Playoff Loss to 49ers
In 2014, Aaron Rodgers led the Packers to the playoffs, but they lost to the 49ers 23-20 in the Wild Card Round, with Rodgers recording only 177 passing yards.
2014: Fourth NFC Offensive Player of the Week Honor
In Week 17 of 2014, despite re-injuring his calf, Aaron Rodgers earned his fourth NFC Offensive Player of the Week honor for leading the Packers to a division-clinching victory over the Lions.
May 2015: Celebrity Jeopardy! contestant
In May 2015, Aaron Rodgers appeared as a contestant on Celebrity Jeopardy!, winning $50,000 for charity.
December 3, 2015: The "Miracle in Motown"
On December 3, 2015, Aaron Rodgers completed a 61-yard Hail Mary pass to Richard Rodgers as time expired, securing a 27-23 victory for the Packers against the Lions, a play that was dubbed "The Miracle in Motown."
2016: Total Touchdowns Leader
In 2016, Aaron Rodgers led the NFL in total touchdowns.
2017: First time throwing three interceptions since 2017
In 2022 against the Lions, it was the first time since Week 15 of the 2017 season that Rodgers threw three interceptions in a game.
2018: Touchdown-to-Interception Ratio Leader
In 2018, Aaron Rodgers led the NFL in touchdown-to-interception ratio.
2019: Lowest Passing Interception Percentage
In 2019, Aaron Rodgers led the NFL in lowest passing interception percentage.
2021: Charitable Donation as Jeopardy! Guest Host
During his 2021 appearance as Jeopardy! guest host, the show made a charitable donation equal to the cumulative winnings of the contestants for those ten shows.
2021: Donation to Small Businesses
In 2021, Aaron Rodgers donated $1 million to help small businesses in Chico and Butte County, California.
2021: Honored for charitable work
In 2021, Aaron Rodgers was honored by the University of California, Berkeley for his charitable work.
2022: Rodgers' 2022 Season
During the 2022 season, Rodgers experienced various game outcomes, including a Week 4 win against the Patriots despite throwing a pick-six, a Week 5 loss to the Giants in London, and a Week 8 loss to the Bills. He later confirmed playing with a broken thumb suffered in Week 5. The Packers missed the postseason, and Rodgers finished the season with 3,695 passing yards, 26 touchdowns, and 12 interceptions, marking his most interceptions since 2008.
2022: Confirmed Return to Packers
In 2022, Aaron Rodgers confirmed he would return to play for the Packers for the 2022 season, amidst speculations of retirement or trade. Reports of a 4-year, $200 million contract extension were denied by Rodgers.
2022: Rodgers wins AP NFL MVP Award
In 2022, Rodgers won the AP NFL Most Valuable Player Award for the second consecutive season and the fourth time overall. Rodgers became the fifth player to win consecutive MVPs and first since Peyton Manning between 2008 and 2009.
April 26, 2023: Trade to the Jets
On April 26, 2023, Aaron Rodgers was traded to the New York Jets along with draft picks in exchange for multiple Jets' draft selections. He chose to wear No. 8, his college number.
July 26, 2023: Rodgers reworks contract with Jets
On July 26, 2023, Aaron Rodgers agreed to a reworked contract with the Jets, taking a pay cut.
2023: Most Interceptions
As of the 2023 season, 13 still stands as the most interceptions he has thrown in a season.
2023: NFL Top 100 Players of 2023
In 2022, Aaron Rodgers was ranked 51st by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2023.
2024: Highest Single-Season Passer Rating Record
As of 2024, Aaron Rodgers' 2011 single-season passer rating of 122.5 remains the highest in NFL history.
2024: Rodgers' 2024 Season
In 2024, Aaron Rodgers played through several injuries. Rodgers broke a 34-game drought with a 300-yard passing performance on December 8 against the Dolphins. He finished the 2024 season with 3,897 yards, 28 touchdowns, and 11 interceptions.
2024: Charity Flag Football Tournament
In 2024, Aaron Rodgers raised $3 million for charities with a flag football tournament.
January 5, 2025: 500th Touchdown Pass
On January 5, 2025, Aaron Rodgers completed his 500th touchdown pass to Tyler Conklin, becoming the fifth quarterback in NFL history to reach this milestone.
February 13, 2025: Jets to Part Ways with Rodgers
On February 13, 2025, the Jets announced their intention to part ways with Aaron Rodgers after two seasons.
