Pittsburgh Steelers star Aaron Rodgers moved up a quarterback ranking coming into Week 4.
The Pittsburgh Steelers enter their Week 4 matchup against the Cleveland Browns feeling very good about themselves.
Even with the short week, Pittsburgh seemed to figure out a lot on the offensive end last week. The Steelers took down the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 3, moving to 2-1 on the new season.
But in the game, the Steelers offense came to life against the Bengals, finally showing some life from that end of the field. Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers turned back the clock with his performance, throwing for 292 yards and three touchdowns against Cincinnati.
Rodgers was able to do just about whatever he wanted on the field in the game, and it was a masterful performance for the veteran. So, heading into Week 4 against the Browns, Pittsburgh will be looking for more of the same from Rodgers.
But his outing against the Bengals did get a lot of shine, especially from those who never believed Rodgers could still put up these types of numbers. Entering Week 4, Rodgers moved up two spots on a quarterback ranking from NFL.com, going from No. 16 to No. 14.
For the year, the veteran has thrown for 700 yards with four touchdowns and two interceptions. Rodgers has looked much more calm in the pocket, while also showing an ability to use his legs sometimes, even in a very limited capacity.
Against the Browns, Rodgers will be facing a good defense that has found its footing over the last few weeks. This could cause some trouble for Pittsburgh, especially if the Browns are able to get into the backfield to disrupt anything.
But the veteran signal-caller has seen everything over the course of his long NFL career, and he will be ready to go. Pittsburgh will have to rely on the experience of Rodgers, mixed with the coaching of Mike McCarthy, for this week against Cleveland.
The Steelers have gone 1-6 in Cleveland since the 2019 season, while the team hasn't won a road Thursday Night Football game since the 2007 year. Pittsburgh will be looking to change the narratives with these numbers, ending the long drought.
Both teams enter this week 2-1, giving each a chance to take control of the division, while making a statement in the process. The AFC North is expected to be a bloodbath division again this season, making every game played between the rivals more important than the next.
