As he prepares to be the starting quarterback of the Pittsburgh Steelers, it's very clear that Aaron Rodgers has a ton of respect for the city he's about to play in.
During an appearance on the "Pardon My Take" podcast a few years back, Rodgers, who is reportedly set to sign with the Steelers on Friday, was asked "what does grit mean to you?"
Rodgers, who was still with the Green Bay Packers at the time, immediately started talking about Pittsburgh
"It means you're from Pittsburgh," Rodgers answered. "That's what's been ingrained in me since I was a second-year player in the league.
"I've been surrounded by Pittsburgh people, everybody from Mike McCarthy, to Tom Clements, to Ben McAdoo, Dom Capers, Darren Perry, Frank Cignetti. A lot of Pittsburgh people, and all they talk about is just toughness. Pittsburgh grit."
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Say what you want about Rodgers both on and off the field, at least he has respect for his new home. Pittsburgh oozes grit, and Rodgers fully understands that.
While he has no shortage of detractors in Pittsburgh, Rodgers has a chance to win them over with his play on the field.
The Steelers have dealt with lackluster quarterback play for years now, and the team is starved for a playoff win. If Rodgers can end that drought and take Pittsburgh on a deep playoff run, he's going to win over a lot of fans.
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