Aaron Rodgers didn’t just lead the Pittsburgh Steelers to a massive 34-22 win over the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday, he absolutely torched the record books, snatching the all-time regular season and postseason touchdown pass record from Peyton Manning. This was a statement game, putting the Steelers at 3-2 on the season and right back into a three-way tie for first place in the AFC North.
The Legend Continues to Write History
Talk about a day for the record books! Rodgers threw for three touchdowns against the Colts, completing 22-of-31 passes for 235 yards. That performance didn’t just secure a crucial win, it etched his name even deeper into NFL history. His first touchdown pass, a dime to Jaylen Warren, gave him 580 for his career. Then he tossed two more to Pat Freiermuth, pushing his total to 582, which now stands as the third-most all-time, period. Even more impressive, those 582 career touchdowns mean he’s officially passed Peyton Manning for the most touchdown passes in the regular season and postseason combined! When Tracy Wolfson caught up with him after the game, Rodgers said, “Anytime you’re in the same sentence as Peyton [Manning], that definitely does mean a lot to me.” You can feel the weight of that. He also tied a Steelers franchise record with his third consecutive game of three or more touchdowns, joining legends Terry Bradshaw and Ben Roethlisberger in that exclusive club. What a run!
Dominance on the Field and the Standings
Beyond the individual accolades, this was a massive team win. Jaylen Warren absolutely went off, racking up 188 yards on the ground. The Steelers’ offense was humming, putting up 34 points, and it was a much needed boost to get them to 3-2. That win means they’re tied for first place in the AFC North, a division that is always a brutal fight to the finish. Every single game matters when you’re scrapping for that top spot. The only slight snag was having cornerback Jamel Dean ruled out for the game, but the team still got the job done.
Climbing the All-Time Wins Ladder
And we’re not even done with the milestones! Rodgers also secured his 166th win as a starting quarterback, breaking a tie with Ben Roethlisberger for fifth all-time. Think about that: 166 wins! He’s a machine. The next target? Drew Brees, who he’ll tie with five more victories. This level of consistent winning is insane. For the Steelers, having a quarterback who can perform at this level and deliver these kinds of wins is everything. With their 3-2 record and a share of first place in the division, Rodgers’ ability to pile up wins and break records is exactly what they need to keep their season rolling.
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Originally reported by Behind the Steel Curtain.
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