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Aaron Rodgers vs. the Green Bay Packers is finally happening. For nearly two decades, Rodgers was the Packers. He led them to more than 10 playoff appearances, four MVP awards, and a Super Bowl title before his departure set the franchise on a new path. Now, in Week 8 of the 2025 NFL season, he faces his former team for the first time since leaving. The Pittsburgh Steelers (5-2) will host the Green Bay Packers (4-2-1) on Sunday Night Football at Acrisure Stadium. This should be the emotional centerpiece of the NFL weekend.
Rodgers has said all the right things leading up to this matchup. It seems like he holds no ‘animosity’ toward his old team. That said, everyone knows this one means more. The Steelers are coming off a tough 33-31 loss to Joe Flacco and the Bengals. As such, Rodgers is eager to bounce back under the lights. On the other side, Jordan Love and the Packers haven’t lost in a month. They should ride a balanced attack and strong offensive rhythm into Pittsburgh. Green Bay’s defense, led by Jaire Alexander and Micah Parsons, remains dangerous. Still, this is Rodgers’ moment. This game is a chance to prove he’s still capable of greatness against the team that drafted him back in 2005.
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Here we will look at and discuss some bold predictions for the game between the Steelers and the Packers in Week 8 of the 2025 NFL season.
The storylines write themselves. The padawan versus the master. The past versus the future. Jordan Love, once Rodgers’ backup, now leads the Packers into a stadium filled with fans who have adopted his predecessor. Green Bay has been efficient, not flashy, winning behind Josh Jacobs’ consistent running and Love’s improved accuracy. However, this road trip poses a major test. Pittsburgh’s defense is as physical as it comes, and TJ Watt remains the heartbeat of the unit.
The Steelers’ offense has flashed brilliance at times. That’s particularly true when Rodgers finds rhythm with his tight ends, as he did against Cincinnati with four touchdown passes (two to Pat Freiermuth). The ground game, though, has lagged. Also, the offensive line will be under immense pressure to protect Rodgers from Green Bay’s edge rushers. Expect fireworks, drama, and plenty of emotion. That is just how Rodgers likes it.
If there was ever a game made for Rodgers, this is it. He’s facing the organization that shaped him, under primetime lights. Again, this is a chance to make a statement to everyone who doubted he still had elite play left in him. Rodgers’ Week 7 performance against the Bengals was strong, too. Recall that he completed 23-of-34 passes for 249 yards and four touchdowns.
Green Bay’s defense has been good but not impenetrable....
