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Aaron Rodgers Exits With Left Hand Injury Against Bengals as Steelers Turn to Mason Rudolph

The 41-year-old is under evaluation for a non-throwing hand issue, prompting in-game roster adjustments.

Overview

  • Coach Mike Tomlin said Rodgers is being evaluated for a left wrist/hand injury and was labeled questionable to return.
  • Mason Rudolph opened the second half at quarterback, with rookie Will Howard designated as the emergency third option.
  • Rodgers favored his left wrist after a heavy hit late in the first half, with some reports noting visible blood on his hand.
  • Running back Jaylen Warren left in the third quarter with an ankle injury and is questionable to return, the team announced.
  • With Warren sidelined, Kenneth Gainwell and rookie Kaleb Johnson are set to split backfield work while evaluations continue.