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Aaron Rodgers takes dig at Mike McCarthy aftter horrible Steelers performance

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Richter, E. (2026, September 21). Aaron Rodgers takes dig at Mike McCarthy aftter horrible Steelers performance. New York Post. https://nypost.com/2026/09/21/sports/aaron-rodgers-takes-surprising-dig-at-head-coach-amid-horrible-performance/

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Aaron Rodgers criticized his coach Mike McCarthy after the Pittsburgh Steelers' poor performance against the New England Patriots, losing 20-3 during Week 2 of the NFL season. Rodgers expressed disappointment in not receiving calls that would give them a better chance at success and questioned whether the coaching staff is communicating effectively what works on the field. Despite throwing for 187 yards with no touchdowns and one interception, Rodgers was benched late in the game for Mason Rudolph.

Written by AI on 2026-09-21, from this article's own text only (the story summary below draws on all the coverage).

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On Sunday, the New England Patriots defeated the Pittsburgh Steelers 20-3 in a game dominated by the Patriots' defense and Aaron Rodgers' struggles. Here are key points from the game:

Game Summary: The Patriots won with strong defensive play, limiting the Steelers to only three points.

Aaron Rodgers Performance:
Finished with 23 completions out of 39 attempts for 187 yards, no touchdowns, and one interception.
Fumbled twice, leading to a turnover by Eli Ponder.
Sacked four times.

Patriots Defense:
Held Rodgers to an abysmal performance, pressuring him effectively throughout the game.
Scored via TreVeyon Henderson’s 39-yard touchdown and Eli Ponder's fumble recovery for a score.

Rodgers' Post-Game Critique:
Acknowledged his poor play but shifted blame to coaching decisions, stating that better communication with coach Mike McCarthy is needed.

Drake Maye’s Performance:
Completed 14 of 22 passes for 208 yards and an interception.
Despite the victory, there were concerns about Maye's play under pressure and usage of key players.

Coaching Critique:
Bill Simmons criticized Mike Vrabel's strategy and highlighted issues with how he has managed the team post-Super Bowl season.
Usage of playmakers like Treyveon Henderson and Kyle Williams was deemed suboptimal, given the need for a deep threat in Maye’s absence.

Overall, while the Patriots secured their victory against Rodgers' fading performance, there are lingering concerns about Maye's consistency and Vrabel's strategic decisions. The game underscores the importance of strong defensive play and effective quarterback management.

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Aaron Rodgers knows why he’s looked like one of the worst quarterbacks in the NFL through two weeks – and it has nothing to do with his on-field performance. asserted

it → know → performance

Rodgers took a dig at head coach Mike McCarthy after the Steelers were smashed by the Patriots 20-3 on Sunday. asserted

Steelers → take → Sunday

“In a game like today where there wasn’t a lot of flow to it, we need to be better, and it starts with me,” Rodgers said during his postgame press conference before going a different direction with his comments. “Making sure that Mike knows what’s working and what’s not working. asserted

what → be → comments

The coaches know, so that we can call stuff that gives us a better chance.” asserted

that → know → chance

Rodgers went 23-for-29 for 187 yards, no touchdowns and one interception while also fumbling the ball once in a scoop-and-score that put the game out of reach. asserted

that → go → reach

The always passive-aggressive Rodgers really struggled on Sunday and looked every bit his 42 years; even through the first half, he had just 84 yards on 22 passing attempts. asserted

he → struggle → attempts

It’s not clear what Rodgers considered “working”, as the Steelers had 1.4 air yards per throw and were constantly checking the ball down on short passes to the receivers and running backs. asserted

Steelers → ’ → receivers

Roman Wilson also fumbled a screen pass in one of the few times they actually got deep into New England territory. asserted

they → fumble → territory

Running the ball wasn’t working either. asserted

Running → run → ball

Jaylen Warren and Rico Dowdle had just 91 yards on 23 rushing attempts in Sunday’s contest. asserted

Warren → have → contest

Rodgers was eventually benched for backup quarterback Mason Rudolph late in the fourth quarter and during garbage time. asserted

Rodgers → bench → time

The Steelers will need to right the ship quickly as they head to Cincinnati to play a revamped Bengals defense that has looked legitimately solid early in the season. asserted

that → need → season

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