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NFL News: Aaron Rodgers takes a big shot at reporters and Steelers players after win against Ravens

Aaron Rodgers had enough of all the criticism toward Mike Tomlin and fired back after the Pittsburgh Steelers' victory over the Baltimore Ravens.

Aaron Rodgers quarterback of the Pittsburgh Steelers
© Jack Thomas/Getty ImagesAaron Rodgers quarterback of the Pittsburgh Steelers

Aaron Rodgers patiently listened all week to reporters and fans criticizing Mike Tomlin, asking that the Pittsburgh Steelers fire the head coach. There is no doubt that the quarterback kept the receipts.

After the road victory against the Baltimore Ravens, the Super Bowl champion took a massive shot at reporters when asked what this win meant after all the pressure and noise surrounding the team. “Means maybe you guys will shut the hell up for a week.”

In this way, Rodgers wanted to send a very clear message that the Steelers locker room is united and ready to defend their coach despite the adversity. Now, they will have to reflect that in a final push toward the playoffs.

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By the way, in another interesting detail from Aaron Rodgers’ press conference, the quarterback also took a subtle shot at young wide receivers like Calvin Austin III and Roman Wilson, while praising the arrival of veteran roster additions like Marquez Valdes-Scantling and Adam Thielen.

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Although Rodgers tried to soften his statement, it was a clear call-out. “I hate to sound like a broken record, but, it’s all about practice. I thought it was our most crisp week of preparation on the field. Not a big believer in coincidences. So, I got to think that just Marquez and Adam out there, you know, made a difference from a professionalism standpoint. Not saying those other guys don’t have professionalism. I love Calvin, Roman and all of our other guys, but, I just think there was an extra level of focus this week.”

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