Aaron Rodgers Matches Tom Brady’s Record in Steelers Debut

The Pittsburgh Steelers had a thrilling moment in their first game of the 2025 season. Veteran quarterback Aaron Rodgers, who is now 41 years old, threw four touchdown passes without any interceptions against the New York Jets. This was the 28th time in his career that he has had four touchdowns and zero turnovers in a game. That ties the all-time NFL record held by Tom Brady.

Who Is Tom Brady?

If you don’t know, Tom Brady is thought by many to be the best quarterback in football history. He played for 23 seasons, mostly with the New England Patriots. He won seven Super Bowls, the most by any player. Brady was famous for being a great leader, staying calm, and winning close games. Many of his records are very hard to break.

That is why Rodgers tying one of Brady’s records is so special. It shows that Rodgers is still one of the best players, even later in his career.

Rodgers’ Big Day

In his first game wearing black and yellow, Rodgers completed 73 percent of his passes for 244 yards. He threw touchdowns to four different teammates, including Ben Skowronek, Jonnu Smith, and Calvin Austin.

The Steelers needed every bit of his strong performance. The Jets, with quarterback Justin Fields, kept the score close. The Steelers won 34-32 after kicker Chris Boswell made a team-record 60-yard field goal. Head coach Mike Tomlin praised Rodgers for his calm leadership and ability to do well in important moments.

Rodgers vs. Brady: The Debate

For years, fans have talked about where Aaron Rodgers ranks compared to Tom Brady. Rodgers is known as one of the most efficient quarterbacks ever, with the best touchdown-to-interception ratio in NFL history. He now has 507 career touchdown passes and only 116 interceptions.

Brady, on the other hand, is famous for his great success in the playoffs. His seven Super Bowl wins put him far ahead of Rodgers, who has only one Super Bowl victory. The debate often comes down to whether being efficient or winning championships is more important when judging greatness.

Why This Matters

Rodgers’ debut in Pittsburgh is important for many reasons. By tying Brady’s record, he linked his name with one of the biggest legends of the sport. His good decision-making shows that he can still play at an elite level, even at age 41. Most importantly, his arrival has given the Steelers new energy and hope for the upcoming season.