While Aaron Rodgers started at quarterback for the Green Bay Packers Week 12’s game against the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday night, he did not finish it.
Rodgers was under constant pressure throughout the night. After leading Green Bay to a field goal late in the third quarter, Rodgers headed to the locker room.
Packers get a field goal. But Aaron Rodgers heads to the locker room after the drive. pic.twitter.com/WQgLIUYdNd
— The Comeback (@thecomeback) November 28, 2022
When Green Bay’s offense took the field next, Jordan Love — not Rodgers — was under center. He quickly made his presence felt.
Jordan Love and Christian Watson keeping things interesting in this one.pic.twitter.com/DdMjhQhlKR
— The Comeback (@thecomeback) November 28, 2022
Rodgers was clearly dealing with injuries throughout the game. Furthermore, the Packers are 4-8. The New York Giants and Washington Commanders presently occupy the NFC’s final two playoff spots at 7-4 and 7-5, respectively. Both also have wins over the Packers. So, while Green Bay is mathematically alive, the playoffs don’t appear to be realistic.
Even with all of that, Rodgers may return to the field in Week 13 or at a later time. But it’s also possible that he won’t. And to that end, observers couldn’t help but note the potentially historic nature of this game.
Almost exactly 15 years ago — Nov. 29, 2007 — Aaron Rodgers replaced an injured Brett Favre in Dallas and set the stage for the transition after the season.
Jordan Love just replaced an injured Rodgers in Philly and promptly threw a 63-yard catch-and-run TD …
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) November 28, 2022
For the record, I don't care what anyone says, Aaron Rodgers is one of the toughest SOB's out there.
— Eli Berkovits (@BookOfEli_NFL) November 28, 2022
Aaron Rodgers, once again, showed his heart tonight.
Much of his legacy will center around his toughness.
Much respect to 12.
— PackersHistory.com (@PackersHistory1) November 28, 2022
From the broken thumb to this new oblique injury, there's a chance we don't see Aaron Rodgers play again this year. Which means there's a chance we never see Aaron Rodgers play again, ever.
— ProFootballTalk (@ProFootballTalk) November 28, 2022
At the time he left Sunday’s game, Rodgers was 11-for-16 for 140 yards passing with two touchdowns and two interceptions. He was also sacked three times.
When the Packers play their next game, Rodgers, whose birthday is on Friday, will be 39.
[Photo Credit: NBC]