Aaron Rodgers Injures Left Wrist, Steelers Win Big Against Bengals Despite Setback
In a surprising turn of events during the Pittsburgh Steelers' 34-12 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals, quarterback Aaron Rodgers was sidelined with a left wrist injury, leaving the game in the second half. Head coach Mike Tomlin confirmed that Rodgers suffered the injury in the first half, though the exact moment of the injury remains unclear. Rodgers, who has been an integral part of the Steelers' offense this season, will undergo further evaluations on Monday.
Rodgers, in his first year with the Steelers after stints with the Green Bay Packers and New York Jets, had been performing well before his departure. He completed 9 of 15 passes for 116 yards and a touchdown in the first half, helping Pittsburgh to a narrow 10-6 lead. However, after taking a couple of hard hits in the waning moments of the second quarter, Rodgers was listed as questionable to return. He did not rejoin the team for the second half.
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In his absence, backup quarterback Mason Rudolph stepped in and effectively led the Steelers through the second half. Rudolph, who had previously been with the Steelers before a brief stint in Tennessee, took charge with poise, completing 12 of 16 passes for 127 yards and a touchdown. His 5-yard touchdown pass to running back Kenneth Gainwell with 3:40 remaining helped seal the win for Pittsburgh. The game was a testament to Rudolph's resilience and his comfort with the Steelers' system, as well as his ability to step in when needed.
The Steelers' defense, which had struggled at times earlier this season, played a key role in the victory. Pittsburgh’s defense accounted for two touchdowns: safety Kyle Dugger, who had been acquired in a trade with New England, intercepted a pass and returned it 73 yards for a touchdown, while cornerback James Pierre recovered a fumble and ran it back 34 yards for another score. These timely defensive plays helped extend the Steelers’ lead and put the game out of reach for the Bengals.
Despite the setback with Rodgers' injury, the Steelers' victory was a much-needed boost, as they sit atop the AFC North with a 6-4 record. This win came after a rough stretch that saw the team drop a few games, including a tough loss to the Chargers last week.
Rodgers' injury is a concern, as he has been a key figure in Pittsburgh's offensive attack. The 41-year-old quarterback has faced his share of challenges this season, but his leadership has helped the Steelers remain competitive. With Rudolph showing he can step in and perform when necessary, Pittsburgh will be hoping for a swift recovery for Rodgers, but they can take some comfort knowing they have depth at quarterback.
Looking ahead, the Steelers will face the Chicago Bears next week, and they will be keeping a close eye on Rodgers' recovery. Meanwhile, the Bengals, who now sit at 3-7, will have to regroup as they prepare for a matchup against the AFC East-leading New England Patriots.
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