Aaron Rodgers wife news
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The gist
Aaron Rodgers said he hopes to have a pregnant wife by next year after retiring from.
The comments drew an ESPN analyst's criticism and renewed questions about his private life.
Background
Rodgers, 42, is entering the final year of his NFL career with the Pittsburgh Steelers and has said he plans to step away after the 2026 season. He married a woman publicly known as Brittani in spring 2025 but has not publicly revealed her identity. His remarks about starting a family after retirement, made in a SiriusXM interview, drew attention and commentary.
How it unfolded
- Sep 4, 2026In a SiriusXM Mad Dog Sports Radio interview, Rodgers said he hopes to be 'supporting my pregnant wife' by next year and looks forward to a quiet life after football.
- Sep 5, 2026Rodgers elaborated on his post-retirement family plans with his wife Brittani, saying he can't wait for that next chapter.
- Sep 8, 2026ESPN analyst Mina Kimes criticized Rodgers' phrasing on 'The Sports Gossip Show,' calling it 'odd' and questioning his desire for privacy while discussing his personal life.
- Sep 9, 2026Kimes' comments were reported by multiple outlets, including Us Weekly and Yahoo.
Who’s saying what
- Analyst
- ESPN's Mina Kimes said Rodgers' phrasing was 'odd' and questioned why he keeps bringing up his personal life while asking for privacy.
- Rodgers
- Rodgers said he is excited about retirement, starting a family, and living a quiet life after 22 years in the pros.
Still unverified
Rodgers' wife's identity remains publicly undisclosed; reports refer to her as Brittani. It is not confirmed whether she is actually pregnant; Rodgers said he hopes to have a pregnant wife by next year.