US EditionRodgers, Steelers 'Castoffs' Eliminate Dolphins From Playoff Picture
Rodgers highlighted contributions from overlooked players including Kenny Gainwell and Asante Samuel Jr. after the Steelers extended their Monday Night Football home win streak to 23.
- On Monday, Aaron Rodgers and the Pittsburgh Steelers defeated the Miami Dolphins 28-15 on Monday Night Football, preserving their MNF home winning streak and holding Miami to three points until the fourth quarter.
- Efficient passing by Rodgers included completing 23 of 27 passes for 224 yards and two scores, featuring a 19-yard touchdown to Marquez Valdes-Scantling.
- Kenny Gainwell delivered key production, totaling 126 yards from scrimmage on 20 touches and catching all seven targets for 46 yards.
- The win moves Pittsburgh to 8-6, atop the AFC North with the No. 4 seed, and they will attempt a third consecutive win Sunday at Detroit Lions.
- Rodgers praised several recent additions as 'castoffs,' highlighting roster character, while Mike Tomlin, Steelers coach, credited fourth-string left tackle Dylan Cook's recent elevation and first start.
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Steeler ice Dolphins behind impressive Rodgers performance - ButlerRadio.com - Butler, PA
The Pittsburgh Steelers defeated the Miami Dolphins 28-15 last night in the NFL Monday Night Football Game. The Steelers scored on four consecutive drives to break the game open. Quarterback Aaron Rodgers was 23-of-27 for 224 yards and two touchdowns. Running back Kenneth Gainwell had 126 total yards, including a team-high seven receptions. The Steelers defense held the Dolphins to 63 total rushing yards. They sacked Miami quarterback Tua Tagava…
Rodgers says win made extra special by 'castoffs'
Aaron Rodgers grinned as he shouted out the names of his teammates who helped the Steelers beat the Dolphins on Monday night -- Kenneth Gainwell, Connor Heyward, Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Asante Samuel Jr., Adam Thielen. They all had something in common.
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