Is Aaron Rodgers A-List?
No — Aaron Rodgers is currently ranked C tier — recognizable within their niche but with limited mainstream visibility.
Reached A-list in 2011
Super Bowl XLV Victory and MVP
Lost A-list status in 2021
Dropped to B tier — Back-to-Back MVP and Controversy
Ranking Timeline
Drafted by Green Bay Packers
Falls to 24th pick in draft after predicted top-10 selection. Sits behind Brett Favre for three years learning.
Named Starting Quarterback
Takes over from Favre and immediately succeeds with Pro Bowl season. Begins establishing himself as elite quarterback.
Super Bowl XLV Victory and MVP
Leads Packers to championship and wins Super Bowl MVP. Follows up with 15-1 season and NFL MVP award establishing dynasty potential.
Second NFL MVP Award
Wins MVP with 38 TDs and career-best season at age 31. Signs record $110M contract extension as franchise cornerstone.
Third NFL MVP Season
Wins MVP at age 37 with 48 TDs and 5 INTs in remarkable season. Relationship with Packers management begins deteriorating over draft picks.
Back-to-Back MVP and Controversy
Fourth MVP award but marred by COVID vaccination lies scandal. Public perception sours as contrarian personality becomes more prominent.
Traded to New York Jets
Blockbuster trade to Jets generates massive hype for Super Bowl run. Season ends after four snaps with torn Achilles in opener.
Jets Playoff Miss and Dysfunction
Returns from injury but Jets miss playoffs amid organizational chaos. Conspiracy theories and divisive personality overshadow on-field performance at age 41.
Last updated: February 23, 2026