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Aaron Rodgers Lifts Steelers to 34-32 Comeback in Pittsburgh Debut

Early success underscores Pittsburgh's short-term push under Mike Tomlin.

Aaron Rodgers #8 of the Pittsburgh Steelers looks on prior to a game against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium on September 07, 2025 in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
Aaron Rodgers #8 of the Pittsburgh Steelers gestures while playing against New York Jets during the game at MetLife Stadium on September 07, 2025 in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
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Overview

  • Aaron Rodgers completed 22 of 30 passes for 244 yards with four touchdowns and no interceptions in his Steelers debut.
  • He absorbed four sacks yet engineered the late drive that set up Chris Boswell’s 60-yard game-winning field goal.
  • The opener against the Jets swung repeatedly with seven lead changes before Pittsburgh closed it out.
  • New York quarterback Justin Fields produced three total touchdowns in his first game with the Jets.
  • Before kickoff, linebacker Patrick Queen voiced confidence in Rodgers, urging him to "play free" and predicting a great performance.