<p>After a promising 4-0 start to the 2025 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> season, the<strong> <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/buffalo-bills" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Buffalo Bills </a></strong>have struggled to get things going,<strong> losing back-to-back games</strong> to the New England Patriots and Atlanta Falcons before entering the bye week.</p>



<p><strong>Josh Allen</strong> and Co. return to the field on Sunday against the Carolina Panthers. The AFC East team needs a win to get things back on track, but people are worried about whether the Bills are good enough to compete in the conference.</p>



<p>After another playoff loss to the <strong>Kansas City Chiefs </strong>last season, many think their window is closed.</p>



<h2>Rob Gronkowski notes big issue for Bills</h2>



<p>Patriots legend<strong> Rob Gronkowski</strong> joined Kay Adams’ “Up &amp; Adams” show on Wednesday. Among other things, the former tight end discussed the Bills’ bad streak. For Gronk, the Indianapolis Colts are a better team than the Bills.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><div><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/12/27142033/Rob-Gronkowski-NFL-legend-1024x576-1024x576.webp" alt="Rob Gronkowski shouting" class="wp-image-284278" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure></div><figcaption>Fanatics Fest NHL Target Practice Booth on August 16, 2024 at the Davits Center in New York City Featuring: Rob Gronkowski.</figcaption></figure>



<p>“<strong><em>I would say right now, I actually trust the Colts more,”</em></strong> Gronkowski said. <em>“I’m a little worried about the Bills. Their defense is a little iffy. They’ve been letting up a lot of points this year, even that first game versus the Baltimore Ravens. I mean, a lot of points. I don’t think their defense is doing that great. I don’t see them getting really that much better as well throughout the year.”</em></p>



<p>After multiple years of trying, the Bills aren’t as dangerous as before. They can still make noise this season, but the lack of success in the postseason will always haunt them. Coming off an MVP season, Allen carried high expectations. However, <strong>the team’s level has decreased over the week.&nbsp;</strong></p>


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<p>Buffalo Bills linebacker <strong>Shaq Thompson </strong>will play a special game against the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/carolina-panthers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Carolina Panthers</a> in Week 8 of the 2025 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> season. The Bills will return to action on Sunday against the NFC South team in the middle of a two-game losing streak. The Panthers are 4-3 after beating the New York Jets in Week 7, and they hope to continue their good moment against Buffalo.</p>



<p><strong>Sean McDermott</strong> is high on Thompson, who joined the Bills in the offseason. The head coach described the 31-year-old linebacker with one word: winner.&nbsp;</p>



<p><strong><em>“Winner. He’s here for a reason,”</em></strong> said McDermott. <em>“When we drafted him back years ago, you could tell right away the impact he made in our locker room, on our team, what type of person he was.”</em> Thompson appears to have <strong>extra motivation</strong> for this game.&nbsp;</p>



<h2>Shaq Thompson says he’s playing where he’s wanted&nbsp;</h2>



<p>After suffering back-to-back season-ending injuries, Thompson left the Panthers in free agency to sign with the Bills. He will return to his old stadium after spending 10 years in Carolina. <strong>Thompson has strong feelings about this meeting, but not for the best reasons.</strong></p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><div><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/09/27190707/Dave-Canales-1-1024x576-1024x576.webp" alt="Dave Canales" class="wp-image-236167" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure></div><figcaption>Carolina Panthers head coach Dave Canales during the first half against the Los Angeles Chargers in the NFL, American Football Herren, USA matchup in Charlotte, NC.</figcaption></figure>



<p><strong><em>“I’m at where I’m supposed to be at. I’m playing for the team that wanted me,” </em></strong>Thompson said.&nbsp;The Bills are taking the most advantage of having a player like Thompson. </p>



<p>He has played 44% of possible defensive snaps in five games, <strong>and McDermott has used him as an option in three-linebacker sets.</strong> Buffalo needs a win after two big losses. <strong>The Panthers are on a roll</strong>, but Thompson’s motivation could make a difference.&nbsp;</p>


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<p>The <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kansas-city-chiefs" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Kansas City Chiefs</a></strong> are the modern-day legacy in the <strong>NFL</strong>. To keep that alive, head coach <strong>Andy Reid</strong> knows he needs to keep finding weapons for quarterback <strong>Patrick Mahomes</strong> to work with. It seems like there is a new threat on the team’s offense now. Who is he?</p>



<p><strong>Seventh-round rookie running back Brashard Smith is starting to making waves in this offense</strong>. The Chiefs’ running game is not as great as it once was but that has allowed Brashard Smith to floorish and get some snaps. Also, the fact that <strong>Kareem Hunt is unlikely to play against the Commanders </strong>on Monday Night Football will help him to impress even more.</p>



<p><strong>Smith would be the second seventh-round running back on the team, joining RB1 Isiah Pacheco</strong>. Also, he could become a prominent part of this offense as he also possess dual-threat abilities, being a prolific pass-catcher too.</p>



<h2>How good is Brashard Smith?</h2>



<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/patrick-mahomes" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Patrick Mahomes</a> loves to have a good running game</strong> so he doesn’t need to throw the ball 50 times a game. Brashard Smith is going to help on that. He has 22 attempts for 67 yards but he is getting better. </p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><div><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/10/23143125/brashard-smith-1024x576-1024x576.webp" alt="Brashard Smith #24 of the Kansas City Chiefs" class="wp-image-514322" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure></div><figcaption>Brashard Smith #24 of the Kansas City Chiefs</figcaption></figure>



<p>However, Mahomes also loves a pass-catching back so he doesn’t need to launch long balls every time. Smith has been used in that role heavily. <strong>He has 14 catches in 18 targets for 122 yards already on the season.</strong></p>


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<h2>The Chiefs know how to draft in the later rounds</h2>



<p>As mentioned above, Pacheco is also a seventh rounder who has been prolific for the Chiefs. Simply put, <strong>when you’re a powerhouse, you’ll never have top picks, so you have to scout properly.</strong> <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/andy-reid" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Andy Reid</a> and the Chiefs’ front office are very good at it.</p>



<p>Also, <strong>they drafted Pro Bowl offensive lineman Trey Smith in 2021</strong>. He has started 74 games for the Chiefs since then. Back in the day, they drafted WR Tyreek Hill in the fifth round too. <strong>They usually find some gold on the later draft picks. </strong></p>


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<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/aaron-rodgers">Aaron Rodgers</a></strong> will face a big challenge when the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pittsburgh-steelers">Pittsburgh Steelers</a></strong> take on the Green Bay Packers, especially with the arrival of Micah Parsons on Matt LaFleur’s team. </p>



<p>The veteran quarterback has already dealt with another star pass rusher this season in Myles Garrett, although the Steelers’ offensive line dominated the Browns’ leader. Now, he hopes the story will repeat itself with Parsons.</p>



<p><em>“Well, I mean, he’s deployed maybe a little different because he moves around a little bit more than maybe Myles does. Again, those two are in the conversation of the very few players in the league that you actually have to have four hands on at all times. Playing against Micah before, he’s a phenomenal player. He’s a future Hall of Famer. He’s a game wrecker and you got to know where he’s at all the time.”</em></p>



<h2>What did Packers trade for Micah Parsons?</h2>



<p>The Packers traded two first-round picks (2026, 2027) and defensive tackle Kenny Clark in exchange for Micah Parsons. Furthermore, in a key move for the player, Green Bay gave him a four-year, $188 million contract extension with $120 million guaranteed.</p>


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<p>The impact has been remarkable, as Parsons is one of the top players in the NFL at pressuring the quarterback, and the Packers’ defense as a whole excels at preventing explosive plays. Rodgers has taken notice.</p>


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<p><em>“They’re at the top of the league in least amount of explosive plays in the run game and the passing game. So, we got to take care of the football. We got to block up their rushers. It’s not just Micah. Rashan Gary is an elite pass rusher now. They got good guys inside. They have some younger guys to rush on the outside who can play as well. You got to be patient, you can’t turn the ball over and we got to block up front.” </em></p>


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Aaron Rodgers warns Mike Tomlin's Steelers about Micah Parsons

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<p><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/matthew-stafford">Matthew Stafford</a> leads the NFL’s <strong>Top 10 quarterbacks</strong> by total touchdowns, entering Week 8 with 17. Justin Herbert sits atop the passing yards leaderboard with 1,913 total yards, while <strong>Jonathan Taylor </strong>continues to dominate the ground game with <strong>697 rushing yards</strong>.</p>



<p>Of course, quarterbacks are nothing without their receivers. Heading into Week 8, Jaxon Smith-Njigba<strong> ranks No. 1 in receiving yards with 819.</strong> He’s been a fantasy football favorite all season, delivering his third straight 120+ yard performance and third consecutive game with a touchdown.</p>



<p>Amon-Ra St. Brown also stands out this week, <strong>recording seven receiving touchdowns for Detroit.</strong> His chemistry with <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jared-goff">Jared Goff</a> has been a major factor, as Goff enters <strong>Week 8 tied for first in passer rating (116.4)</strong> alongside rookie standout Drake Maye, who’s expected to post at least 15+ fantasy points this week.</p>



<h2>The Top 10 Quarterbacks</h2>



<p>There are three main lists tracking quarterback leaders: total touchdowns, passer rating, and passing yards, <strong>all stats provided by Pro Football Reference. </strong>So far, no quarterback has surpassed 20 touchdowns, but <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/patrick-mahomes">Patrick Mahomes</a> appears in two of the three Top 10 tables. That doesn’t mean he’s underperforming; the Chiefs’ defense has simply struggled to close out some early-season games.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-table is-style-regular"><table><tbody><tr><td>#</td><td><strong>Passing TD</strong> </td><td>Total</td></tr><tr><td><strong>1.</strong></td><td><strong>Matthew Stafford – </strong><em><strong>LAR</strong></em></td><td><strong>17</strong></td></tr><tr><td>2.</td><td>Dak Prescott – <em>DAL</em></td><td>16</td></tr><tr><td>3.</td><td>Jared Goff – <em>DET</em></td><td>15</td></tr><tr><td>4.</td><td>Patrick Mahomes – <em>KAN</em></td><td>14</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>Aaron Rodgers – <em>PIT</em></td><td>14</td></tr><tr><td>6.</td><td>Justin Herbert – <em>LAC</em></td><td>13</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>Baker Mayfield – <em>TAM</em></td><td>13</td></tr><tr><td>8.</td><td>Sam Darnold – <em>SEA</em></td><td>12</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>Drake Maye – <em>NWE</em></td><td>12</td></tr><tr><td>10.</td><td>Josh Allen – <em>BUF</em></td><td>11</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>Jalen Hurts – <em>PHI</em></td><td>11</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>Bo Nix – <em>DEN</em></td><td>11</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



<figure class="wp-block-table is-style-regular"><table><tbody><tr><td>#</td><td><strong>Passing Yards</strong></td><td>Total</td></tr><tr><td><strong>1.</strong></td><td><strong>Justin Herbert – </strong><em><strong>LAC</strong></em></td><td><strong>1913</strong></td></tr><tr><td>2.</td><td>Dak Prescott – <em>DAL</em></td><td>1881</td></tr><tr><td>3.</td><td>Matthew Stafford – <em>LAR</em></td><td>1866</td></tr><tr><td>4.</td><td>Patrick Mahomes – <em>KAN</em></td><td>1800</td></tr><tr><td>5.</td><td>Daniel Jones – <em>IND</em></td><td>1790</td></tr><tr><td>6.</td><td>Baker Mayfield – <em>TAM</em></td><td>1767</td></tr><tr><td>7.</td><td>Sam Darnold – <em>SEA</em></td><td>1754</td></tr><tr><td>8.</td><td>Drake Maye – <em>NWE</em></td><td>1744</td></tr><tr><td>9.</td><td>Jared Goff – <em>DET</em></td><td>1631</td></tr><tr><td>10.</td><td>Trevor Lawrence – <em>JAX</em></td><td>1620</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



<p><strong>Dak Prescott and Sam Darnold</strong> appear in the top 10 for all three categories, showing strong all-around performance. Maye also stands out,<strong> ranking highly</strong> in both passing touchdowns and passer rating.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-table is-style-regular"><table><tbody><tr><td>#</td><td><strong>Passer Rating</strong></td><td>Total</td></tr><tr><td><strong>1.</strong></td><td><strong>Jared Goff – </strong><em><strong>DET</strong></em></td><td><strong>116.4</strong></td></tr><tr><td></td><td><strong>Drake Maye – </strong><em><strong>NWE</strong></em></td><td><strong>116.4</strong></td></tr><tr><td>3.</td><td>Matthew Stafford – <em>LAR</em></td><td>109.3</td></tr><tr><td>4.</td><td>Sam Darnold – <em>SEA</em></td><td>109.2</td></tr><tr><td>5.</td><td>Jalen Hurts – <em>PHI</em></td><td>108.9</td></tr><tr><td>6.</td><td>Jordan Love – <em>GNB</em></td><td>108.1</td></tr><tr><td>7.</td><td>Dak Prescott – <em>DAL</em></td><td>107.6</td></tr><tr><td>8.</td><td>Daniel Jones – <em>IND</em></td><td>105.9</td></tr><tr><td>9.</td><td>Aaron Rodgers – <em>PIT</em></td><td>105.0</td></tr><tr><td>10.</td><td>Josh Allen – <em>BUF</em></td><td>103.1</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



<h2>The Top 10 Receivers</h2>



<p>Davante Adams has found new life with the Rams, catching six touchdown passes so far this season. He enters Week 8 tied for second in receiving touchdowns alongside <strong>Jake Ferguson and George Pickens.</strong> However, Adams won’t be in action this week as the Rams head into their bye.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-table is-style-regular"><table><tbody><tr><td>#</td><td><strong>Receiving TDs</strong></td><td>Total</td></tr><tr><td><strong>1.</strong></td><td><strong>Amon-Ra St. Brown<strong> – </strong></strong><em><strong>DET</strong></em></td><td><strong>7</strong></td></tr><tr><td>2.</td><td>Davante Adams<strong> – </strong><em>LAR</em></td><td>6</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>Jake Ferguson<strong> – </strong><em>DAL</em></td><td>6</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>George Pickens<strong> – </strong><em>DAL</em></td><td>6</td></tr><tr><td>5.</td><td>Ja’Marr Chase<strong> – </strong><em>CIN</em></td><td>5</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>Emeka Egbuka<strong> – </strong><em>TAM</em></td><td>5</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>Dallas Goedert<strong> – </strong><em>PHI</em></td><td>5</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>Quentin Johnston<strong> – </strong><em>LAC</em></td><td>5</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>Rome Odunze<strong> – </strong><em>CHI</em></td><td>5</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>Michael Pittman Jr.<strong> – </strong><em>IND</em></td><td>5</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



<figure class="wp-block-table is-style-regular"><table><tbody><tr><td>#</td><td><strong>Receiving Yards</strong></td><td>Total</td></tr><tr><td><strong>1.</strong></td><td><strong>Jaxon Smith-Njigba<strong> – </strong></strong><em><strong>SEA</strong></em></td><td><strong>819</strong></td></tr><tr><td>2.</td><td>Ja’Marr Chase<strong> – </strong><em>CIN</em></td><td>629</td></tr><tr><td>3.</td><td>Puka Nacua<strong> – </strong><em>LAR</em></td><td>616</td></tr><tr><td>4.</td><td>George Pickens<strong> – </strong><em>DAL</em></td><td>607</td></tr><tr><td>5.</td><td>Amon-Ra St. Brown<strong> – </strong><em>DET</em></td><td>538</td></tr><tr><td>6.</td><td>Justin Jefferson<strong> – </strong><em>MIN</em></td><td>528</td></tr><tr><td>7.</td><td>Emeka Egbuka<strong> – </strong><em>TAM</em></td><td>527</td></tr><tr><td>8.</td><td>Christian McCaffrey<strong> – </strong><em>SFO</em></td><td>516</td></tr><tr><td>9.</td><td>DeVonta Smith<strong> – </strong><em>PHI</em></td><td>504</td></tr><tr><td>10.</td><td>Drake London<strong> – </strong><em>ATL</em></td><td>469</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>Courtland Sutton<strong> – </strong><em>DEN</em></td><td>469</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



<figure class="wp-block-table is-style-regular"><table><tbody><tr><td>#</td><td><strong>Rushing Yds/Game</strong></td><td>Total</td></tr><tr><td><strong>1.</strong></td><td><strong>Jonathan Taylor<strong> – </strong></strong><em><strong>IND</strong></em></td><td><strong>99.6</strong></td></tr><tr><td>2.</td><td>James Cook<strong> – </strong><em>BUF</em></td><td>89.5</td></tr><tr><td>3.</td><td>Bijan Robinson<strong> – </strong><em>ATL</em></td><td>87.3</td></tr><tr><td>4.</td><td>Javonte Williams<strong> – </strong><em>DAL</em></td><td>84.6</td></tr><tr><td>5.</td><td>Rico Dowdle<strong> – </strong><em>CAR</em></td><td>78.7</td></tr><tr><td>6.</td><td>Quinshon Judkins<strong> – </strong><em>CLE</em></td><td>77.8</td></tr><tr><td>7.</td><td>Jahmyr Gibbs<strong> – </strong><em>DET</em></td><td>75.1</td></tr><tr><td>8.</td><td>J.K. Dobbins<strong> – </strong><em>DEN</em></td><td>74.7</td></tr><tr><td>9.</td><td>Travis Etienne<strong> – </strong><em>JAX</em></td><td>73.4</td></tr><tr><td>10.</td><td>Derrick Henry<strong> – </strong><em>BAL</em></td><td>73.2</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



<h2>The Top 10 Running Backs</h2>



<p>Jonathan Taylor not only leads all running backs in rushing yards but also tops the league in rushing yards per game, averaging 99.6. <strong>James Cook ranks second with 89.5, followed by <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/bijan-robinson">Bijan Robinson</a> at 87.3.</strong> Taylor also leads the NFL in rushing touchdowns with 10 and is projected to top 20 fantasy points in Week 8.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-table is-style-regular"><table><tbody><tr><td>#</td><td><strong>Rushing Touchdowns</strong></td><td>Total</td></tr><tr><td><strong>1.</strong></td><td><strong>Jonathan Taylor – </strong><em><strong>IND</strong></em></td><td><strong>10</strong></td></tr><tr><td>2.</td><td>Josh Jacobs – <em>GNB</em></td><td>8</td></tr><tr><td>3.</td><td>Jahmyr Gibbs – <em>DET</em></td><td>6</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>Javonte Williams – <em>DAL</em></td><td>6</td></tr><tr><td>5.</td><td>Zach Charbonnet<strong> – </strong><em>SEA</em></td><td>5</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>James Cook – <em>BUF</em></td><td>5</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>Jalen Hurts – <em>PHI</em></td><td>5</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>Quinshon Judkins – <em>CLE</em></td><td>5</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>Cam Skattebo – <em>NYG</em></td><td>5</td></tr><tr><td>10.</td><td>Jacory Croskey-Merritt – <em>WAS</em></td><td>4</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>J.K. Dobbins – <em>DEN</em></td><td>4</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>Derrick Henry – <em>BAL</em></td><td>4</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



<figure class="wp-block-table is-style-regular"><table><tbody><tr><td>#</td><td><strong>Rushing Yards</strong></td><td>Total</td></tr><tr><td><strong>1.</strong></td><td><strong>Jonathan Taylor<strong> – </strong></strong><em><strong>IND</strong></em></td><td><strong>697</strong></td></tr><tr><td>2.</td><td>Javonte Williams<strong> – </strong><em>DAL</em></td><td>592</td></tr><tr><td>3.</td><td>Rico Dowdle<strong> – </strong><em>CAR</em></td><td>551</td></tr><tr><td>4.</td><td>James Cook<strong> – </strong><em>BUF</em></td><td>537</td></tr><tr><td>5.</td><td>Jahmyr Gibbs<strong> – </strong><em>DET</em></td><td>526</td></tr><tr><td>6.</td><td>Bijan Robinson<strong> – </strong><em>ATL</em></td><td>524</td></tr><tr><td>7.</td><td>J.K. Dobbins<strong> – </strong><em>DEN</em></td><td>523</td></tr><tr><td>8.</td><td>Travis Etienne<strong> – </strong><em>JAX</em></td><td>514</td></tr><tr><td>9.</td><td>De’Von Achane<strong> – </strong><em>MIA</em></td><td>472</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>Kyren Williams<strong> – </strong><em>LAR</em></td><td>472</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



<figure class="wp-block-table is-style-regular"><table><tbody><tr><td>#</td><td>Rushing Yds AVG per game</td><td>Total</td></tr><tr><td><strong>1.</strong></td><td><strong>Jonathan Taylor – </strong><em><strong>IND</strong></em></td><td><strong>99.6</strong></td></tr><tr><td>2.</td><td>James Cook – <em>BUF</em></td><td>89.5</td></tr><tr><td>3.</td><td>Bijan Robinson – <em>ATL</em></td><td>87.3</td></tr><tr><td>4.</td><td>Javonte Williams – <em>DAL</em></td><td>84.6</td></tr><tr><td>5.</td><td>Rico Dowdle – <em>CAR</em></td><td>78.7</td></tr><tr><td>6.</td><td>Quinshon Judkins – <em>CLE</em></td><td>77.8</td></tr><tr><td>7.</td><td>Jahmyr Gibbs – <em>DET</em></td><td>75.1</td></tr><tr><td>8.</td><td>J.K. Dobbins – <em>DEN</em></td><td>74.7</td></tr><tr><td>9.</td><td>Travis Etienne – <em>JAX</em></td><td>73.4</td></tr><tr><td>10.</td><td>Derrick Henry – <em>BAL</em></td><td>73.2</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>


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<div class="wp_fsn_relatedlinks" use="SEO" link="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/is-jj-mccarthy-playing-today-for-the-vikings-against-the-chargers-on-thursday-night-football-of-week-8" image="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fimages.bolavip.com%2Fwebp%2Fen%2Ffull%2FBUS_20251023_BUS_514072_jj-mccarthy-1.webp&amp;width=200&amp;height=200" excerpt="The Minnesota Vikings play the Los Angeles Chargers to start Week 8 of the NFL season. Will quarterback JJ McCarthy play after missing several weeks with an injury?
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        <div class="wp_fsn_relatedlinks" use="SEO" link="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/nfl-news-vikings-hc-kevin-oconnell-discusses-jj-mccarthys-progress-under-carson-wentzs-guidance" image="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fimages.bolavip.com%2Fwebp%2Fen%2Ffull%2FBUS_20251007_BUS_504386_JJ-MCCARTHY-CARSON-WENTZ-OCONNELL.webp&amp;width=200&amp;height=200" excerpt="The Minnesota Vikings secured a victory over the Cleveland Browns, getting back on track. After the game, head coach Kevin O&apos;Connell discussed rookie JJ McCarthy&apos;s growth, emphasizing the valuable lessons he believes the rookie has gained from QB1 Carson Wentz during his absence.
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<p>Week 2 saw how the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/minnesota-vikings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Minnesota Vikings</a></strong> running back, <strong>Aaron Jones</strong>, suffered a hamstring injury that ended up sidelining him for five weeks. Now, he appears as questionable for tonight’s game against the <strong>Los Angeles Chargers</strong>.</p>



<p><strong>Adam Schefter of ESPN reported that <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/aaron-jones" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Jones</a> will play tonight</strong>. However, it’s still up in the air if he will be on a pitch count or not. Still, just having him back is great news for the Vikings.</p>



<p>Having said that, before he went down, <strong>the backfield was working as a committee between Jones and Jordan Mason</strong>. The running game is key for this offense as the Vikings are working with an erratic quarterback in <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/carson-wentz">Carson Wentz</a>.</p>



<h2>Jordan Mason is has done the best he can, but they need more</h2>



<p><strong>Jordan Mason has 380 rushing yards and four touchdowns. </strong>He is averaging 4.5 yards per carry. The Vikings need Jones back to make this committee a very dangerous one.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><div><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/09/20120208/jordan-mason-1024x576-1024x576.webp" alt="Jordan Mason #27 of the Minnesota Vikings" class="wp-image-495234" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure></div><figcaption>Jordan Mason #27 of the Minnesota Vikings</figcaption></figure>



<p>With Kevin O’Connell being an absolute mastermind on offense, he knows that the Vikings need a rushing offense if they want success this season. <strong>They need to really rely on their backs and hide Wentz.</strong></p>


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<h2>The Vikings have a tough schedule</h2>



<p><strong>They face the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/los-angeles-chargers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Chargers</a> and then they face the Lions, a direct opponent in the AFC North</strong>. Then they host a desperate Ravens team and a frisky, divisional rival like the Chicago Bears.</p>



<p>Following that, <strong>consecuitve visits to Lambeau Field in Green Bay and Lumen Field in Seattle</strong>. In fact, there are arguably no easy games for the Vikings from now until the end of the season. They need plenty of output from their running backs.</p>


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<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/shedeur-sanders">Shedeur Sanders</a></strong> has not been able to make his NFL debut during the 2025 season, and after the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cleveland-browns">Cleveland Browns</a></strong> got a key victory over the Miami Dolphins, the possibility of him becoming the team’s starting quarterback looks increasingly unlikely due to head coach Kevin Stefanski’s preference for Dillon Gabriel.</p>



<p>Despite this situation, Shedeur remains undeterred and, after several days of silence, shared an emotional message on social media. <em>“The greatest lesson I’ve learned through it all is not to worry but to lean on and trust GOD in every situation. Even when I don’t know what to do, I’ve learned that GOD will always guide me. I live stress-free because I know that, no matter what, GOD has the final say over my life. I’m able to persevere through trials because I come from a family built on morals, values, and unshakable principles.”</em></p>



<p>The rookie was expected to be a first-round pick in the 2025 Draft by teams like the Giants or the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pittsburgh-steelers">Pittsburgh Steelers</a></strong>. However, he fell all the way to the fifth round and has ended up behind Gabriel on the depth chart. Meanwhile, another star from that class, Jaxson Dart, is shining in New York after getting his opportunity. A very difficult situation for Shedeur to process.</p>



<h2>Is Shedeur Sanders going to start for the Cleveland Browns?</h2>



<p>No. Shedeur Sanders will not start for the Browns, as Dillon Gabriel has solidified his position as the No. 1 quarterback on the depth chart. Obviously, following Joe Flacco’s departure, the big step forward is that he is now officially the backup, but only an injury to his teammate will give him playing time.</p>


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<p><em>“Growing up, I had access to a lot, and maybe without my understanding shaped my world view, but I’ve realized that peace, purpose, and faith can’t be bought. They have to be built. True success is who you become while waiting on GOD’s timing. GOD’s pace protects what your purpose will one day require.”</em></p>


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<h2>How much money is Shedeur Sanders making with the Browns?</h2>



<p>Shedeur Sanders is making $1.15 million per season after signing a four-year, $4.6 million contract with the Cleveland Browns. Having fallen to the fifth round, that amount is very low compared to Jaxson Dart, who, as a first-round pick, has a four-year, $17 million deal with the Giants.</p>


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<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/aaron-rodgers">Aaron Rodgers</a></strong> confirmed that he has a very good relationship with Jordan Love, despite all the rumors over the past few years suggesting that the veteran was a bad teammate on the teams he played for.</p>



<p>Now, ahead of the highly anticipated game between the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pittsburgh-steelers">Pittsburgh Steelers</a></strong> and the Green Bay Packers, Rodgers admitted that they are still in touch and that he is very happy to see the great development Love has had in the NFL.</p>



<p><em>“I texted with him last week because they had played a couple of common opponents. So, we had a couple of texts back and forth. He’s a great kid. He really is. I enjoyed my time with him. I’m not surprised by how he’s playing. He’s playing great. He’s one of the real good guys in the league. I’m sure that his leadership is continuing to grow over there. I like the way he’s playing. He’s super accurate. He’s taking care of the football. He’s being opportunistic. Making great throws down the field and using his legs as well.”</em></p>



<h2>Who is the Packers starting quarterback now?</h2>



<p>Jordan Love has been the starting quarterback for the Packers since Green Bay decided to trade Aaron Rodgers to the Jets in 2023. Because of this, the Steelers quarterback acknowledged that his career path and Love’s have been very similar in the league.</p>


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<p><em>“His progression was like mine. Kind of where first year, you’re getting your feet wet. Second year you feel a little bit more confident. By the time the third year comes around, you’re ready to play. I had my kind of moment in 2007 against Dallas where I came in, Brett got hurt and I played well. He had kind of his moment against Philadelphia in 2022. He came in, I got banged up and he looked great. I think that was kind of the message to the organization that this guy’s ready to play. I felt like it in 2007. He probably felt like it in 2022. So, I’m really happy for him.”</em></p>


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<p>Things with <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/carson-wentz" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Carson Wentz</a></strong> haven’t been great for the <strong>Minnesota Vikings</strong>. Now that they play on Thursday Night Football against the <strong>Los Angeles Chargers</strong>, the question everyone is asking is if <strong>JJ McCarthy</strong> will be back for this game.</p>



<p>Per the team’s injury report, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jj-mccarthy" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">JJ McCarthy</a> is listed as questionable. However, <strong>he will not play against the Chargers</strong>, as head coach Kevin O’Connell already confirmed that Wentz will be the starter for this game.</p>



<p>Ian Rapoport of <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> Network reported that McCarthy went through a workout but he is not quite ready to return. <strong>McCarthy suffered an ankle injury back in Week 2 against the Falcons</strong> and it’s been tricky to recover.</p>



<h2>Wentz is not the answer</h2>



<p>One of Wentz’s biggest career criticisms is the fact that he is not coachable. Well, that’s still there. <strong>He is an anarchic quarterback that throws caution to the wind every single time he can</strong>. That’s his way and he doesn’t care about the rest.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><div><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/01/22150331/Carson-Wentz-5-1024x576-1024x576.webp" alt="Carson Wentz #11 of the Minnesota Vikings in 2025." class="wp-image-496515" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure></div><figcaption>Carson Wentz #11 of the Minnesota Vikings in 2025.</figcaption></figure>



<p>Wentz has appeared in four games this season. <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/minnesota-vikings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Minnesota</a> has a 2-2 record with him and <strong>he’s thrown for 1,072 yards, five touchdowns and four interceptions</strong>. The offense has scored 22 or less points in three out of four games with Wentz.</p>


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<h2>Chargers will pose a huge challenge for Wentz</h2>



<p><strong>The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/los-angeles-chargers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Chargers</a>‘ defense is no easy task, especially for a wild quarterback like Wentz</strong>. The Chargers are the eighth-best passing defense in the NFL, allowing only 192.3 yards per game. </p>



<p>They also have 17 sacks on the season and <strong>just got their best edge rusher back from injury in Khalil Mack.</strong> If Wentz makes mistakes, the Chargers will capitalize them.</p>


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<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/aaron-rodgers">Aaron Rodgers</a></strong> was very clear in stating that the matchup between the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pittsburgh-steelers">Pittsburgh Steelers</a></strong> and the Packers is not a revenge game for him. When asked if the situation could be compared to 2009, when Brett Favre faced Green Bay as a member of the Vikings, Rodgers didn’t hesitate to point out that there are no hard feelings toward his former team.</p>



<p><em>“No. I don’t. Brett got traded and then he went to one of the hated rivals. I was in New Jersey for a couple of years. I don’t have any animosity toward the organization. Obviously, I wish that things had been better in our last year there, but, I have a great relationship with a lot of people still in that organization. This is not a revenge game for me. I’m just excited to see some of those guys again.”</em></p>



<p>Given the anticipation of seeing Rodgers play against the franchise he led to a <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/super-bowl">Super Bowl</a></strong>, the Sunday Night Football game has generated a lot of buzz in a season that, based on how the schedule was set up, many experts viewed as a revenge tour for Aaron. He already defeated another former team (the Jets), beat a team that once showed interest in him (the Vikings), and still has upcoming matchups against the Packers and two other major rivals from his career: the Bears and the Lions.</p>



<h2>Why did Aaron Rodgers leave the Green Bay Packers?</h2>



<p>Aaron Rodgers left the Packers because the team believed that, in 2023, it was time to start a new chapter with Jordan Love as the starting quarterback. As a result, the veteran was traded to the New York Jets, even though he would have liked to finish his career in Green Bay.</p>


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<p>Now, Rodgers is taking full advantage of a final opportunity to revamp his career alongside Mike Tomlin and the Steelers. He admits that it is a great privilege to have been able to represent two of the most important franchises in the NFL.</p>


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<p><em>“There’s only a few of those kind of cornerstone franchises in the league. The Packers obviously have been around for 100 years. The Steelers have been around for a long time. We’ve got a great history. It’s a great sports town. It’s fun to be a part of this organization and the iconic Packers organization for so long too.”</em></p>


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<p>In recent days, reports emerged suggesting the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/maxx-crosby-reportedly-draws-interest-from-super-bowl-contender-with-raiders-receiving-calls-before-trade-deadline" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Dallas Cowboys were inquiring about Maxx Crosby</a></strong>. Now, the <strong>Las Vegas Raiders</strong> have made their final decision regarding the star pass rusher.</p>



<p>With the trade deadline approaching, the <strong>Cowboys are reportedly looking to bolster their defense</strong> — and naturally, <strong>Crosby’s name surfaced</strong> as one of the biggest targets in trade rumors.</p>



<p>However, it appears the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/las-vegas-raiders" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Raiders</a> have no intention of moving on from their defensive cornerstone. According to NFL Media, <strong>Las Vegas has informed <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/maxx-crosby" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Maxx Crosby</a> that he’s staying with the team</strong> for at least the remainder of this season.</p>



<h2>A risky decision</h2>



<p>There’s no question that Maxx Crosby is the Raiders’ best player. While the team is not going through its best moment, <strong>trading him away isn’t seen as a viable option for the front office</strong> — at least not right now.</p>



<p>The <strong>Raiders stand at 2–5 </strong>and still <strong>hold slim hopes of reaching the playoffs</strong>. They view Crosby as a <strong>key pillar</strong> for their plans to stay competitive, but keeping him could prove to be a risky long-term decision.</p>


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<p>According to reports, <strong>Las Vegas could have asked for at least two first-round picks in exchange</strong> for Crosby. While he is among the league’s best defensive players, focusing on <strong>building for the future</strong> might have been the wiser move.</p>



<p>With the <strong>Broncos, Chiefs, and Chargers all solid contenders</strong> in the AFC West, the <strong>Raiders remain a step behind</strong>. For that reason, holding onto Crosby instead of acquiring valuable draft capital could turn out to be a missed opportunity to build a stronger roster for next season.</p>


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<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/aaron-rodgers">Aaron Rodgers</a></strong> is ready for one of the most important games in his historic NFL career when the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pittsburgh-steelers">Pittsburgh Steelers</a></strong> face the Green Bay Packers. The quarterback said there are no hard feelings toward his former team, even though they had a plan in place to replace him with Jordan Love.</p>



<p><em>“Absence makes the heart grow fonder maybe. I have a lot of great memories from my time there. A lot of great interactions with fans over the years. Living in Green Bay. I grew up there. I spent 18 years there. So, I’m thankful for my time there. Obviously, I would have loved to ride off in the sunset after a Super Bowl win, but that’s not the way the league goes sometimes. I knew the writing was on the wall when Jordan was picked. It was a matter of time. I happened to win MVP the first two years he was with us, but I knew at some point there would be a change and, if I wanted to play, I’d probably have to elsewhere. So, I understand the situation. We live and we learn. I have nothing but love and appreciation for the fan base and for the city of Green Bay. I’m excited to see a lot of those people.”</em></p>



<p>Rodgers is trying to win one last <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/super-bowl">Super Bowl</a></strong> with the Steelers, while the Packers seem to have built the roster they needed around Love, especially with the arrival of <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/micah-parsons">Micah Parsons</a></strong>.</p>



<h2>Why is Aaron Rodgers not with the Green Bay Packers?</h2>



<p>Aaron Rodgers is no longer with the Packers, as Green Bay decided to trade him in 2023 to give him the opportunity to be a starter elsewhere. The star spent two seasons with the Jets before signing with the Steelers.</p>


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<p>For Rodgers, although the game has very special ingredients, facing Green Bay in Pittsburgh doesn’t carry the same significance as it would if the matchup were at Lambeau Field.</p>


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<p><em>“I’m just excited about the game. Again, it would feel different if it was going back to Green Bay. I have a lot of love for the organization, but, if we were playing at Lambeau, that would be a little different feeling for sure.”</em></p>


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<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/aaron-rodgers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Aaron Rodgers</a></strong> put on a vintage performance during the <strong>Pittsburgh Steelers</strong>’ 33-31 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 7 of the 2025 <strong>NFL </strong>season. However, as rejuvenated as the 41-year-old quarterback looked, he can’t be taking unnecessary hits—especially from his own teammates.</p>



<p>The veteran battle between Aaron Rodgers and Joe Flacco was the best game of Week 7—and one of the most electric showdowns of the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> season. Not many expected such a shootout between two signal-callers over 40 years old. </p>



<p>Not even their teammates did, and it showed when <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pittsburgh-steelers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Steelers</a> offensive lineman Broderick Jones</strong> couldn’t contain his excitement and <strong>took Rodgers down to the turf with a powerful hug</strong>. Rodgers reacted angrily, creating a viral moment that made waves across the internet. Now, the veteran QB in Steel City addressed the controversy with a firm reminder to his teammates.</p>



<p><em>“The only tackle I had last week was Broderick [Jones’]. He is always the first one to come find me after a big play. I texted him and told him ‘I love the energy. I love everything you’re about. <strong>But I’m also 41, you can’t be out there tackling me</strong>.’ I’m getting him next, he has got to watch his back,” Rodgers told reporters, via ESPN’</em>S Brooke Pryor. “<em>But I love [Broderick Jones]. We had a couple laughs about it.”</em></p>



<div class="ck-twitter"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Aaron Rodgers was NOT happy to be tackled by Broderick Jones 😂 <a href="https://t.co/lwWx42o6dX">pic.twitter.com/lwWx42o6dX</a></p>— Couch Refs (@CouchRefs) <a href="https://twitter.com/CouchRefs/status/1979032513658962362?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 17, 2025</a></blockquote></div> 



<h2>Still got it</h2>



<p>Rodgers turned back the clock during the Thursday night matchup with the Bengals. A-Rod had his best game of the 2025 NFL season, <strong>completing 23 passes (a season high) for 249 yards (a season best) and four touchdowns</strong> (tied for his most this year). Rodgers went toe to toe with Cincinnati, though it wasn’t enough to secure a key divisional win. </p>


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<p>The Steelers quarterback did throw two interceptions he’d surely want back, but <strong>Pittsburgh didn’t lose because of its QB’s effort</strong>. If anything, the defense might shoulder the blame, as Cincinnati shredded the secondary to pieces. </p>



<p>Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins wreaked havoc on Jalen Ramsey and the Steelers’ defensive backs, who had no answers all day long. As a result, Chase finished the night with 16 receptions (the most in a single game by any player this season) for 161 yards and a touchdown.</p>



<h2>Now what?</h2>



<p>Watching Rodgers’ elite performance go to waste in a divisional loss is certainly disappointing. However, there’s no good in dwelling on it for Pittsburgh. Up next, Rodgers must gear up for yet another emotional matchup in the NFL.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><div><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/09/27155858/Aaron-Rodgers-3-1024x576-1024x576.webp" alt="Aaron Rodgers" class="wp-image-499563" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure></div><figcaption>Aaron Rodgers of the Pittsburgh Steelers</figcaption></figure>



<p>On October 26, the <strong>Steelers will host the Green Bay Packers</strong> in a game that will have all eyes fixed on the four-time NFL Most Valuable Player. When Rodgers takes the field at Acrisure Stadium, he will complete the league circuit—facing every team in the league. But simply facing the cheese-heads isn’t all Rodgers is after. </p>



<p>With a win over Green Bay, he would become just the <strong>fifth quarterback in league history to beat every single team</strong>. The only ones to have achieved such a feat? Tom Brady, Peyton Manning, Drew Brees, and—as if their careers couldn’t share any more similarities—Brett Favre. </p>



<h2>Unlike any other</h2>



<p>Emotions will be running high for Rodgers on Sunday night. However, when all is said and done, it’s about getting back in the win column. Contrary to most projections coming into the year, the Steelers (4-2) are facing a <strong>clear runway to escape with the AFC North</strong>. </p>


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<p>It’s up to Pittsburgh not to stumble, as Cincinnati (3-4) and Baltimore (1-5) are without their starting and franchise quarterbacks. Meanwhile, Cleveland (2-5) has yet to figure out its own QB situation—something that could easily be said every single year about the Browns. </p>



<p>Rodgers, Tomlin, and the Steelers have a golden window to build a strong lead over their divisional opponents. Taking down the visiting Packers on Sunday Night Football is just another step toward the bigger goal. However, there’s a game within the game this time around, and <strong>Rodgers finds himself in the midst of it all</strong>.</p>


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<p>Mike Tomlin was very clear when talking about <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/aaron-rodgers">Aaron Rodgers</a></strong> and what it means for the veteran quarterback to face his former team, the Green Bay Packers. For the head coach, the hype won’t affect his star, as he has shown all season that pressure isn’t too much for him with the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pittsburgh-steelers">Pittsburgh Steelers</a></strong>.</p>



<p><em>“Aaron’s been at it a long time. He’s got an awesome relationship with this game. I haven’t been with him for a long time, but he’s been fired up every single week. I’d imagine it’s going to be the same. I’d imagine some external things are going to make more out of it than it is for him. He’s playing and playing to win. That’s what he does. That’s kind of my perspective on it.”</em></p>



<p>Fifteen years ago, Rodgers won the only <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/super-bowl">Super Bowl</a></strong> of his career, defeating the Steelers with the Packers in a great game held in Arlington. Now, Aaron will have the chance to beat the team with which he built his legend.</p>



<h2>Who has more Super Bowl wins between Steelers and Packers?</h2>



<p>The Steelers have more Super Bowl wins (6) than the Packers (4), and in fact, Pittsburgh is the winningest franchise in NFL history, tied in Vince Lombardi trophies with the New England Patriots.</p>


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<p>However, the Packers have 13 championships in total, considering they won nine titles before the Super Bowl era. For this reason, Mike Tomlin finds it exciting that two historic franchises have the opportunity to face each other.</p>


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<p><em>“It’s just life in the National Football League. It’s what I probably enjoy most about it. Each week there’s something to get really fired up about. I’ve got a lot of respect for that organization historically. I got a lot of respect for that organization present day with their collection of leadership, players and so forth. So, we’ve been in some big games with them. I’d imagine this is not going to be any different. It’s exciting. It’s the NFL.”</em></p>


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NFL News: Mike Tomlin confirms Steelers have lost Aaron Rodgers’ key teammate for rest of the season

NFL News: Mike Tomlin issues strong warning to Aaron Rodgers and Steelers about Micah Parsons before game against Packers

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