The Vikings had the option to accept Aaron Rodgers' offer.
Sports Illustrated claims that before handing the reins over to the 2024 first-round pick, Rodgers presented his former NFC North rivals with the prospect of a championship run and mentoring for J.J. McCarthy.
Although the future Hall of Famer is expected to join with the Steelers, the Vikings declined the offer, and he is still unsigned.
Albert Breer writes, "The Vikings felt compelled to listen when the four-time MVP approached them with the idea of making a one-year run at a Lombardi and tying it to being a willing mentor for McCarthy."
"Obviously, the proposal was different from the other two—instead of creating competition and a variety of quarterback options, they would be putting a stop to the idea of playing McCarthy."
This NFL offseason, Rodgers' future is still one of the most talked-about topics, but it's not for lack of effort on the part of both him and possible suitors.
The Steelers and Rodgers are still dancing with the draft eight days away, while the Giants waited before making a move for Russell Wilson.
According to this source, like Brett Favre, another Packers hero before him, Rodgers would be playing for the Vikings after years of torturing them if he had his way.
Since other suitors might surface if the NFL doesn't select a quarterback, Rodgers might decide to wait until after the draft to sign with his next team.