Sport|American FootballRodgers, Steelers fall short as Love leads Packers’ winAaron Rodgers’ former quarterback understudy Jordan Love stars as Green Bay Packers defeat Pittsburgh Steelers.

Sports Update: Packers vs. Steelers Game Summary

Jordan Love led the Green Bay Packers to a 35-25 victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers with a performance of 360 yards and three touchdowns. Love completed 29 of 37 passes, equalling a franchise record set by Brett Favre in 2007 with 20 consecutive completions. The Packers now hold a record of 5-1-1.

Aaron Rodgers, facing the Packers for the first time since departing in 2022, completed 24 of 36 passes for 219 yards and two touchdowns for the Steelers, who now stand at 4-3. Chris Boswell contributed with four field goals for the Steelers, including three from 50 yards or more.

Tucker Kraft recorded two touchdown receptions and achieved career highs with seven receptions and 143 yards for the Packers. Additionally, Josh Jacobs added a rushing touchdown, and Savion Williams had a scoring reception.

Green Bay Packers’ Jordan Love, left, throws during the first half of the NFL football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers [Matt Freed/AP]

In the final quarter, Josh Jacobs scored on a 3-yard run, followed by a two-point conversion pass to Romeo Doubs, putting Green Bay ahead. Love later connected with Kraft for a 24-yard touchdown, increasing the lead to 29-19. Brandon McManus added two late field goals.

Rodgers completed a 21-yard touchdown pass to Roman Wilson, but the two-point conversion attempt failed. After the game, Rodgers and Packers coach Matt LaFleur exchanged greetings with Love.

Green Bay's comeback was highlighted by Love's 8-yard touchdown pass to Williams and a significant 59-yard play with Kraft, during which Steelers’ DeShon Elliott sustained a knee injury.

Green Bay Packers’ Rashan Gary sacks Pittsburgh Steelers’ Aaron Rodgers, centre, during the second half [Sue Ogrocki/AP]

Based on reporting by Al Jazeera.