Aaron Rodgers’ Stunning TD Pass to DK Metcalf Sparks Steelers’ Unexpected Halftime Surge!

You could practically feel the tension crackling in the air as Aaron Rodgers faced off against his former team for the very first time. Early on, he wasn’t exactly thrilled when the Steelers had to settle for a 50-yard field goal during their third drive—frustration was written all over his face. But, oh man, that mood flipped by the end of the second quarter when he connected with DK Metcalf for a short touchdown, giving Pittsburgh a 16-7 lead at the half. Rodgers looked pretty sharp overall, completing most of his passes and steadily carving up the defense. Pittsburgh’s offense had its hiccups early, stalling just yards from the end zone and settling for long-range field goals, but the energy shifted dramatically late in the half with a methodical, clock-burning 84-yard drive. Meanwhile, Green Bay’s attempts to strike back dwindled as they missed key field goals and couldn’t quite capitalize despite Jordan Love’s promising start. The Steelers also tightened up on the ground, limiting Josh Jacobs way more than last week. The stage is set with Pittsburgh ready to receive the second half kickoff — and if you ask me, the battle’s just heating up. LEARN MORE

Aaron Rodgers was visibly frustrated in the second quarter when the Steelers had to settle for a 50-yard field goal on their third possession.

He looked much happier late in the same period, as his 2-yard touchdown pass to DK Metcalf gave the Steelers a 16-7 halftime lead.

Facing his old team for the first time, Rodgers had a solid first half — completing 11-of-15 passes for 102 yards with a touchdown.

Pittsburgh’s early drives tended to stall in Green Bay territory, as the club had to settle for 56, 50, and 48-yard field goals from Chris Boswell. But things changed late in the second quarter, as Rodgers was able to engineer a nine-play, 84-yard drive that took 3:32 off the clock.

The Packers scored on their second possession with Tucker Kraft’s 16-yard touchdown reception from quarterback Jordan Love. But after that, Green Bay was held scoreless. Kicker Brandon McManus did attempt a 57-yard field goal early in the period, but it was short of the uprights. A facemask penalty called on T.J. Watt set up the Packers for a 44-yard field goal, but McManus’ kick was wide left.

Love finished the first half 13-of-18 for 146 yards with a TD.

A week after the Steelers allowed 142 yards rushing to the Bengals, Josh Jacobs ended the first half with just 16 yards on five carries.

The Steelers will receive the second-half kickoff.