Packers Fans Force Aaron Rodgers Silent Count in Steelers Loss

Aaron Rodgers, now quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers, faced a unique challenge during a Sunday Night Football game against his former team, the Green Bay Packers, as their fans loudly chanted "Go Pack Go" at Acrisure Stadium, forcing him to use a silent count — a rarity in his long career. Despite strong early performance, Rodgers struggled in the second half, finishing with 24 completions on 36 attempts for two touchdowns, while the Packers, led by Jordan Love, scored a 35-25 comeback victory. Rodgers expressed disappointment in his and his team's performance but showed respect for the Packers fans' dedication and travel. The game also highlighted a renewed camaraderie between Rodgers and his former Packers teammates and staff, including head coach Matt LaFleur, with whom his relationship has improved since his 2023 departure to the Jets. Fans and commentators noted Rodgers' enduring connection to Green Bay despite past tensions, as well as his acknowledgment that his NFL career may be nearing its end. The game underscored the Packers' fanbase's loyalty and the emotional complexity of Rodgers' return to face the team that drafted him in 2005.