Aaron Rodgers Faces Former Team in Sunday Night Showdown

PITTSBURGH — Aaron Rodgers will meet his old team, the Green Bay Packers, for the first time on Sunday Night Football as the Pittsburgh Steelers host the matchup.

The game kicks off at 8:20 p.m. ET at Acrisure Stadium, following an exciting week of preparation for both teams.

Rodgers, now 41, has found a new home after a chaotic stint with the New York Jets. This season, he has thrown for 1,270 yards, 14 touchdowns, and five interceptions, while completing 68.6% of his passes. Last week against Cincinnati, he completed 23 of 34 throws for 249 yards, contributing to his strong performance, despite two costly interceptions.

For the Packers, running back Josh Jacobs has been crucial this season. He has rushed for 414 yards and eight touchdowns, ranking fourth in carries and second in rushing touchdowns in the league before this week. Over the last three games, Jacobs scored six times, showcasing his ability to find the end zone consistently.

Despite overheard chatter about this being a “revenge game,” Rodgers has downplayed the emotional stakes. “What do I got to be avenging here? They made me a ton of money. I grew up there,” he said in a press conference. “I’ll retire a Packer.”

Rodgers is also looking to achieve a unique milestone. If Pittsburgh secures a victory, he will join the ranks of five other quarterbacks in NFL history who have won against every team.

The Steelers also come into the match looking to establish themselves as serious contenders in the playoff race. With a record of 4-2, they aim to bounce back after losing to Cincinnati last week. The Packers (4-1-1) are coming off a win against Arizona and hope to continue building momentum.

Both fanbases are eager for the historic showdown, which promises to be an exciting chapter in Rodgers’ career.