"NFL Power Rankings: Aaron Rodgers, The Last Titan of The Golden QB Generation" 

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"For years, the NFL enjoyed a perfect balance of legendary quarterbacks from 20-25 years ago, still performing remarkably, and a new wave of stars making their mark." 

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With Tom Brady's retirement, an era that was probably the best for big-name quarterbacks is coming to a close.

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"Peyton Manning, Philip Rivers, Ben Roethlisberger, Eli Manning, Drew Brees, Matt Ryan, and Andrew Luck have all retired, signaling the transition of the league,"

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"This season will mark the first NFL season to start without a Brady or a Manning since 1997. The age isn't completely over, though. Aaron Rodgers is still a towering figure.

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The oldest regular starting quarterback for Week 1 is Aaron Rodgers, who turned 40 this season and is currently with the New York Jets.

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Rodgers is under pressure to lead the league into a new age while transitioning from the Packers to the Jets and meeting the expectations of the younger generation.

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Players like Patrick Mahomes, Josh Allen, Joe Burrow, Jalen Hurts, Justin Herbert, Lamar Jackson, Trevor Lawrence, Justin Fields, Tua Tagovailoa, Kyler Murray, and others have emerged as young talents with intriguing futures.

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"The story of Rodgers' struggle against aging and quarterbacks half his age is intriguing. Although some top quarterbacks have just retired, the game is still very competitive.

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"With the potential of the younger generation, the league is prepared for the future. The NFL will be in fine hands even after Rodgers retires.

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