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Aaron Rodgers Gets Candid on Lack of Open Pass-Catchers in Browns Loss

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers mentioned he didn't think there were a lot of open receivers when he was under pressure against the Cleveland Browns in Week 4.

Published: Friday, 2 October 2026 at 10:07 AM
Aaron Rodgers Gets Candid on Lack of Open Pass-Catchers in Browns Loss
Key Things to Know
  • Aaron Rodgers noted a lack of open receivers contributed to passing pressure against the Browns.
  • The Cleveland Browns defeated the Pittsburgh Steelers 27-24 with a late fourth-quarter field goal.
  • Rodgers was sacked five times, hit 10 times, and threw an interception during the Week 4 defeat.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers addressed the offense's struggles following a 27-24 loss to the Cleveland Browns in Week 4. Rodgers noted that it did not seem like many receivers were running free when he faced heavy pressure. The Browns defense sacked Rodgers five times and registered 10 quarterback hits throughout Thursday night's divisional contest.

Rodgers threw for 299 yards, three touchdowns, and one interception while completing 55% of his passes. Wide receiver D.K. Metcalf led the Steelers with 115 receiving yards, and Roman Wilson added 74 yards and a score, but the fourth-quarter rally fell short after Cleveland kicked a late game-winning field goal.

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