Aaron Rodgers takes hard hit as Steelers fumble against Patriots
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 6:19 PM
Last updated Sep 20, 2026
Aaron Rodgers was sacked during the Pittsburgh Steelers' game against the New England Patriots on September 20, 2026. The incident occurred in the second quarter on a third-and-7 play, where Rodgers was hit from both sides by Chris Ellis and Robert Spillane. After the hit, the ball was fumbled and recovered by Steelers lineman Troy Fautanu, leading to a significant 36-yard loss. The Pittsburgh offense struggled, resulting in a fourth-and-43 situation, while the Steelers' defense continued to perform well, forcing a subsequent Patriots punt.
- •Rodgers was sacked for the first time in the game.
- •The fumble led to a 36-yard loss for the Steelers.
- •Pittsburgh faced a fourth-and-43 after the play.
- •The Steelers' defense maintained pressure, forcing a punt from New England.
- •Dre'Mont Jones left the field favoring his shoulder after the play.
- 6:19 PMYahoo Sports — Aaron Rodgers gets obliterated by blindside block, chaos ensues as Steelers lose 36 yards on fumble
"Somehow, Rodgers was not injured on the play.
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