NFL star Aaron Rodgers finally revealed his next move. Fans had waited for weeks. He chose today for his big news. But just when his name hit headlines, something unexpected happened.

Two other big names stole the show.

At 10 a.m. Thursday, June 5, 2025, the Aaron Rodgers - to - Pittsburgh Steelers became official. The 40-year old quarterback had kept fans and media guessing for weeks. Some thought he had waited in making his decision for the exact right moment.The news was shared across sports websites and Rodgers’ social media accounts. It quickly started trending. ESPN, NFL Network, and Bleacher Report all covered the story right away.

Steelers fans were thrilled. This marks a major change for Pittsburgh as Rodgers brings years of experience and four MVP awards.

Rodgers’ move came after weeks of rumors. Some believed he might stay with the Jets. Others thought retirement was possible. But the announcement confirmed he is not done yet. He will wear black and gold this season. “I’m excited for this next chapter,” Rodgers posted on Instagram.Just as the NFL world was reacting, a totally different storm hit online.

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Within minutes of Rodgers’ post, the internet shifted. Former President Donald Trump and tech billionaire Elon Musk began exchanging heated comments on X (formerly Twitter). It started with a post from Musk questioning Trump’s latest business plans. Trump fired back with strong words.The back-and-forth quickly became viral. News outlets like CNN, Fox News, and CNBC began covering the online clash. Hashtags about Trump and Musk climbed above Rodgers on trending charts.This sudden drama drew massive public attention. Fans online joked that Rodgers “got timed out of the spotlight.” Some media experts say Rodgers’ announcement got buried because of the high-profile online feud.According to a report by The Athletic, Rodgers’ team had planned the timing of the announcement carefully. “They thought it was a clear news window,” one source said. “Nobody expected Trump and Musk to go at it at the exact same moment.”Rodgers has not commented on the timing. But fans noticed. His moment got taken over by two of the internet’s most powerful figures.