Mike Tomlin Criticizes Aaron Rodgers’ Poor Performance Against Steelers
Aaron Rodgers faced one of the most challenging games of his career during the Steelers’ recent matchup against the Chargers. The game, which concluded with a disappointing 25-10 scoreline for Pittsburgh, highlighted significant struggles for the veteran quarterback.
Rodgers’ Struggles Against the Chargers
In what was labeled as a highly underwhelming performance, Aaron Rodgers ended the night with just 161 passing yards. Over the course of the game, he threw one touchdown and two interceptions. His final passer rating reflected these difficulties at a low 50.6.
Details of the Game
- Passing Stats: 16 completions out of 31 attempts
- Interceptions: 2
- Final Passer Rating: 50.6
- Quarterback Sacks: Sacked twice, including one in the end zone
Rodgers’ performance dipped significantly at times, highlighted by a rare low point where his passer rating fell to 19.5 in the fourth quarter. He almost eclipsed his previous career-low passer rating of 34.3, which he set against the Bills in 2014.
Mike Tomlin’s Comments on the Performance
Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin was cautious in his responses regarding Rodgers’ gameplay. When asked to assess the performance of the 41-year-old quarterback, Tomlin’s terse reply suggested the challenges were evident.
He simply remarked, “How would you?” before moving on to other inquiries, indicating the level of disappointment felt by the team.
Game Context and Future Outlook
Rodgers’ struggles were further compounded by a critical first-half interception. This turnover led to the Chargers’ opening touchdown. At halftime, Rodgers had completed only 7 of 14 passes for 64 yards.
This loss dropped the Steelers’ record to 5-4, as they prepare to host their division rivals, the Bengals, who currently sit at 3-6, in the upcoming week. The team will need to regroup to avoid further setbacks following this disappointing outing.
