PITTSBURGH — A year ago, quarterback Aaron Rodgers was leading the New York Jets on the field after returning from an Achilles injury that cost him all but four plays of the 2023 season.
Now, Rodgers will be walking into MetLife Stadium wearing black and gold as he attempts to lead the Pittsburgh Steelers to a victory over his former team.
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