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Critics Question Rodgers' Impact as Steelers Struggle

11/13/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Aaron Rodgers faced severe criticism after a poor performance in the Pittsburgh Steelers' 25-10 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers.
Former NFL player Asante Samuel Sr. suggested Rodgers is holding the team back due to age-related decline.
Rodgers has had a solid season overall, with 18 touchdowns.
The Steelers remain in playoff contention but must improve offensive cohesion ahead of games against the Cincinnati Bengals and Baltimore Ravens.

History

Historical Context

The NFL has long grappled with the performance of aging quarterbacks, highlighted by Jay Cutler's struggles in 2013 with the Chicago Bears, where he threw 19 touchdowns and the team held a 5-6 record. This issue resurfaced in 2023 as Aaron Rodgers faced criticism for his decline after a loss to the Chargers, reflecting ongoing pressures on veteran players to deliver results amid changing team dynamics.

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Story summary

Aaron Rodgers faced severe criticism after a poor performance in the Pittsburgh Steelers' 25-10 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers.
Former NFL player Asante Samuel Sr. suggested Rodgers is holding the team back due to age-related decline.
Rodgers has had a solid season overall, with 18 touchdowns.
The Steelers remain in playoff contention but must improve offensive cohesion ahead of games against the Cincinnati Bengals and Baltimore Ravens.

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