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Aaron Rodgers Downplays ‘Revenge’ Angle Before First Game Against Packers

Rodgers presents the Packers reunion as respect, not payback.

Overview

  • The Steelers host Green Bay on Sunday Night Football in Pittsburgh, marking Rodgers’ first on‑field meeting with the Packers since his 2023 exit.
  • Rodgers said he has no animosity toward the organization and views the night as just another game, noting he understood the succession once Jordan Love was drafted.
  • Love described an ongoing, positive relationship, saying Rodgers recently texted him compliments and pointers on plays and footwork.
  • Packers coach Matt LaFleur brushed off a revenge narrative and players such as Keisean Nixon recalled supportive interactions with Rodgers during their time together.
  • A victory would add Rodgers to the short list of quarterbacks to defeat all 32 NFL teams; he has started fast in Pittsburgh with a 68.6% completion rate, 1,270 yards and 14 touchdowns for the 4-2 AFC North leaders.