Ex-Chiefs 2-Time Champion WR Resurfaces With Super Bowl Rival

Report: Marquez Valdes-Scantling chose 49ers over Steelers despite Aaron Rodgers' recruitment

Aug. 29—It looks like a recruiting effort from Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers has come up short.

Ex-Chiefs 2-Time Champion WR Resurfaces With Super Bowl Rival

Not too long ago, veteran wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling was securing a key touchdown catch for the Kansas City Chiefs in the 2023-24 Super Bowl versus the San Francisco 49ers.But on August 28, 2025, Valdes-Scantling turned up with the former two-time championship game opponent of the Chiefs. ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter reported “MVS” to San Francisco, noting that the big-play pass-catcher is joining the Niners’ practice squad to star…

Why Marquez Valdes-Scantling chose the 49ers over reuniting with Aaron Rodgers

After being released by the Seattle Seahawks, veteran wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling quickly drew interest from multiple NFL teams. The San Francisco 49ers and Pittsburgh Steelers emerged as the two most aggressive suitors, leaving the Super Bowl–winning receiver with a tough decision. On one side, Valdes-Scantling had the chance to reunite with his former Green Bay Packers quarterback, Aaron Rodgers, in Pittsburgh. On the other hand, h…

‘He Wanted Me Back:’ WR Marquez Valdes-Scantling Says Aaron Rodgers Wanted Him In Pittsburgh

Wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling chose the San Francisco 49ers over the Pittsburgh Steelers. Aaron Rodgers did all he could to bring him East. Per The Athletic’s Matt Barrows, Valdes-Scantling was “50-50” in his decision to sign with either team and noted Rodgers made clear he was hoping for a reunion. “He wanted me back over […]