At one time, the rumor mill was hot that former Green Bay Packers and New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers would join the Minnesota Vikings for the 2025 NFL season. Although that didn't happen, there are still a lot of fans of the polarizing quarterback.
Rodgers ended up signing with the Pittsburgh Steelers, a team the Vikings will face during the NFL's International Series in Week 4 during the league's first ever game being played at Croke Park in Ireland.
That game doesn't need any more hype and intrigue, but a former Minnesota Vikings legend recently added a bit more drama to the upcoming matchup by saying some bold words about the 41 year old quarterback.
Minnesota Vikings legend Cris Carter had some strong words about Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers.
Aaron Rodgers is a four-time league MVP who has been a thorn in the side of the Minnesota Vikings for many years. Former Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Cris Carter recently had some harsh words to say about his place in football history in a video shared on X from the Fully Loaded podcast.
“As far as a legendary status, no. People don’t respect his football mind that way. He sounds like a spoiled child.”
Rodgers is a future Pro Football Hall of Fame quarterback Although there have been plenty of questions about his leadership and life outside of football, there is no denying that he's one of the most talented quarterbacks to ever play the game.
Carter compares Rodgers to players like Peyton Manning and Tom Brady and their ability to command respect wherever they played. Their presence in meetings and locker rooms added to the value of the team. The Vikings legend doesn't feel Rodgers brings the same value to his teams.
Looking at Rodgers' time with the Jets, that's a fair conclusion. His time in New York was plagued by injuries, disappointment, and frustration and if that follows him to Pittsburgh, it could really hurt the quarterback's legacy.
There is no taking away what Aaron Rodgers accomplished with the Green Bay Packers. Winning a Super Bowl, providing thrilling moments, and racking up awards and accolades is impressive, but the question has to be asked if those things apply to the quarterback he is at this age.
Minnesota Vikings legend Cris Carter might have been harsh with his words, but his opinion is valid. It will be up to Aaron Rodgers to prove that he is that legendary quarterback who still deserves a ton of respect. If not, the Steelers might end up regretting their decision like the Jets did.
