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Aaron Rodgers

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September 8, 2025

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Updated on: September 8, 2025 / 2:35 AM EDT
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Aaron Rodgers got his first win as a member of the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday and said he “was happy to beat everybody associated with the Jets.”

Rodgers’ first win in the black and gold came on the road at MetLife Stadium, back where he spent two years with the New York Jets.

Prior to joining Pittsburgh during free agency, Rodgers said that first-year Jets head coach Aaron Glenn told him the team would be going in a different direction at quarterback when the two met earlier in the offseason.

When asked if there was significance in beating Glenn, Rodgers said he “was happy to beat everybody associated with the Jets.”

“There were probably people in the organization that didn’t think I could play anymore,” Rodgers added after Sunday’s game in New Jersey. “So, it was nice to remind those people that I still can.”

Rodgers threw for 244 yards and four touchdown passes in the 34-32 win over New York on Sunday and received somewhat of a hostile welcome back to MetLife Stadium from the Jets’ faithful.

Following the win, Rodgers held his hand up to his ear while walking off of the field alongside head coach Mike Tomlin.

Pittsburgh Steelers v New York Jets — EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY – SEPTEMBER 07: Aaron Rodgers #8 and head coach Mike Tomlin of the Pittsburgh Steelers react after beating the New York Jets 34-32 at MetLife Stadium on September 07, 2025 in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

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Rodgers said he didn’t have any hard feelings about his time with the Jets not working out, adding that it’s in the past and he’s happy to be 1-0 with the Steelers.

Up next for Rodgers and Pittsburgh are the Seattle Seahawks as the Steelers will have their home opener on Sunday at Acrisure Stadium.

Kickoff against the Seahawks is set for 1 p.m.

Mike Darnay

Mike Darnay is a digital producer and photojournalist at CBS Pittsburgh. Mike has also written and produced content for Vox Media and the Mon Valley Independent.
He often covers overnight breaking news, the Pittsburgh Steelers and high school sports.

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Analysis: Here’s why the Pittsburgh Symphony’s budget just jumped by $7 million to $42 million

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July 1, 2026

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Ferris wheel to support veterans spinning Wednesday through Sunday on Pittsburgh’s North Shore

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June 30, 2026

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Ferris wheel to support veterans spinning Wednesday through Sunday on Pittsburgh’s North Shore

Pittsburgh officials are partnering with a nonprofit to provide a unique way to thank veterans for their service while getting a grand look at the Steel City.

A 90-foot Ferris wheel dubbed the Salute to Service Wheel will be spinning on the North Shore from Wednesday through Sunday.

It’s provided by Piatt Companies and Piatt Sotheby’s International Realty with half of ticket sale proceeds going to Veterans Leadership Program.

First launched in 1982, VLP helps veterans navigate life’s transitions. Efforts include wellness services, housing, career development and various support programs.

Mayor Corey O’Connor, parks and recreation director Eric Sloan, Piatt Companies CEO Lucas Piatt and representatives from the Veterans Leadership Program are expected to host a grand opening celebration Wednesday around 12:30 p.m. at North Shore Drive and Art Rooney Avenue and take the first rides.

It is part of Pittsburgh’s Independence Day celebration.

Tickets are on sale now and cost $11.20, including a $1.20 service fee. They can be found at pittsburghpa.gov.

Bookings are in hour intervals from 2-9 p.m. Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday and from 2-8 p.m. Sunday.

Riders smaller than 48 inches tall must be accompanied by an adult.

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