Packers struggle in preseason opener against Steelers, losing 28-9

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Packers struggle in preseason opener against Steelers, losing 28-9
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The Green Bay Packers faced a tough start to their preseason, losing 28-9 to the Pittsburgh Steelers on Thursday night at Acrisure Stadium. The Packers failed to score a touchdown, with rookie kicker Trey Smack managing three field goals, including a 58-yarder just before halftime. Quarterback Jordan Love played briefly, leading the team to a field goal on his only series. The Steelers pulled ahead with three touchdowns in the second half, capping the scoring with a 4-yard touchdown pass from Drew Allar. The Packers will hold public practices before facing the Broncos next Friday.

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  • Packers scored only three field goals without a touchdown.
  • Jordan Love led one scoring drive before exiting.
  • Steelers scored four touchdowns, three in the second half.
  • Rookie kicker Trey Smack made all four of his kicks.
  • Packers next face the Broncos on August 21.
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