Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers left Sunday’s Week 11 game against the Cincinnati Bengals with a left-hand injury.
Rodgers walked to the locker room late in the first half after taking a hard hit from multiple defenders.
The Steelers listed him as questionable to return.
What Happened To Aaron Rodgers?
Rodgers hurt his left hand during a drive that ended with a roughing-the-passer penalty on the Bengals. He was reportedly seen holding his wrist on the sideline before trainers sent him for tests.
Before leaving the field, he completed 9 of 15 passes for 116 yards and threw an 11-yard touchdown to Kenneth Gainwell.
Who Took Over For The Steelers?
Coach Mike Tomlin said at halftime that the team needs Mason Rudolph ready, as per CBS News report. Rudolph came in for the second half and used his past experience to lead the offense.
Rudolph has a 9-8-1 record as a starter. He also played well against the Bengals in 2023, when he threw for 290 yards and two touchdowns.
Rodgers is 41 and worked hard to return after his Achilles injury last year. His new hand injury puts the Steelers in a difficult position. The division race is close, and losing Rodgers can hurt their playoff chances.