Aaron Rodgers played sick during Steelers' playoff loss to Texans

Aaron Rodgers reported feeling unwell prior to the Pittsburgh Steelers' playoff loss to the Houston Texans on January 14. He experienced symptoms, including fever and vomiting, leading to a visit to the team hotel before being sent home for recovery. Despite his insistence that he was fine before kickoff, former Steelers offensive coordinator Arthur Smith remarked on Rodgers' poor appearance before the game. Rodgers completed 17 of 33 passes for 146 yards, no touchdowns, and one interception, resulting in a postseason career-low passer rating of 50.8. The NFL may look into the lack of disclosure of Rodgers' condition, reminiscent of past scrutiny regarding injury reporting.

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