Rodgers backs NFL International week after Paris win — SkimNews
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- Aaron Rodgers endorsed a mandated 16-game 'NFL International week' with an extra bye week, arguing it would be phenomenal for expanding the game globally.
- The NFL is planning a game in Tokyo for 2027 or 2028 and has wider ambitions to reach 16 international games per season, Commissioner Roger Goodell revealed.
- The Pittsburgh Steelers beat the New Orleans Saints in the NFL's first-ever game in Paris, part of a record nine international games in the 2026 season.
- Rodgers overtook Peyton Manning for the third-most touchdown passes in NFL history during the Steelers' victory in Paris.
- Rodgers criticized the league for not mandating earlier arrivals for international games, suggesting teams should fly in Sunday or Monday to engage with host cities.
Why it matters: Rodgers, a star quarterback with firsthand experience in two historic overseas games, is lending player credibility to the NFL's aggressive international push. His specific call for a mandated travel week directly challenges the league's current cost-saving approach, putting pressure on owners to invest more in the player experience for global growth.
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