{
  "id": 9816892,
  "title": "Steelers fans call for Aaron Rodgers to be benched at halftime",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/25/steelers-fans-call-for-aaron-rodgers-to-be-benched-at-halftime",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-25T19:15:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/steelers-fans-call-aaron-rodgers-191500442.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Pittsburgh Steelers supporters demanded Aaron Rodgers be replaced at halftime during their Week 2 loss to the New England Patriots. The offense failed to gain traction, and Rodgers completed 84 passing yards by the break, falling short of expectations. The team's issues extended beyond Rodgers, as the defense struggled to pressure their opponents, resulting in pressure, sacks, and interceptions. Despite some positive performances in previous matchups, including a 20-13 win against Atlanta, the Steelers' offense again disappointed, failing to produce any scoring drives beyond 20 yards. Quarterback coach Mike McCarthy acknowledged the offensive shortcomings, but the fan reaction highlighted the pressure on Rodgers as he concluded his final NFL season.",
  "summary": "Steelers fans called for Aaron Rodgers to be benched after a rough first half, but Pittsburgh’s offensive problems went beyond the quarterback.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}