# Aaron Rodgers performance and media scrutiny > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/aaron-rodgers-performance-and-media-scrutiny > Updated: 2026-09-24T12:00:10.000Z. Sources: 13. Developments: 2. Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers has come under scrutiny regarding his performance and public conduct during his 22nd and final NFL season. Following a 20-3 loss to the New England Patriots, Rodgers faced criticism for his statistical output and his postgame comments toward head coach Mike McCarthy, which analyst Mike Florio described as appearing “passive-aggressive.” Former player Rob Gronkowski also suggested Rodgers should have retired the previous year due to a lack of offensive momentum. As the team holds a 1-1 record, Rodgers’ brother, Jordan Rodgers, has defended the quarterback, citing downfield accuracy and attributing recent struggles to drops or missed calls. However, Rodgers has also faced backlash for personal remarks made on a podcast regarding former teammate Jermichael Finley, whom Rodgers referred to as “not a smart person.” Finley responded by stating he was “shocked by the remarks” but wished Rodgers well. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-24: Aaron Rodgers faces scrutiny over performance and media comments Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers faces criticism for his early-season performance and controversial comments regarding former teammate Jermichael Finley. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aaron-rodgers-faces-scrutiny-over-performance-and-media-comments ### 2026-09-21: Aaron Rodgers faces criticism following Steelers loss to Patriots Aaron Rodgers faces criticism from Rob Gronkowski and media analysts following a Steelers loss, while Fox's Terry Bradshaw caused a live TV blunder during an NFL broadcast. 9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aaron-rodgers-faces-criticism-following-steelers-loss-to-patriots --- Cite as: Aaron Rodgers performance and media scrutiny. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/aaron-rodgers-performance-and-media-scrutiny