Jordan Rodgers defends Aaron after ugly Steelers loss (Getty Images)
Jordan, 38 and a former NFL quarterback himself, pushed back against the criticism on First Take Wednesday. Aaron revealed earlier this year that he had ended a years-long rift with his parents and both of his brothers, Luke and Jordan.
“Rodgers was actually very accurate down the field,” he said, pointing to drops and missed calls that masked what he described as precise throws. “The throws that were not completed because he threw a non-call or that were dropped down the field were on the money,” Jordan added, before clarifying, “Not trying to be a homer. “We’ve all got to play better, but I think we can all give a little more,” he said, adding that better communication with McCarthy and the coaching staff about what is and is not working has to start with him. “There were tough conversations for sure,” Aaron said, “but I’m just in a much better headspace.
” For his part, Aaron kept things direct after the loss. He did not point fingers. The reconciliation itself is still relatively new. He described a series of meetings — visiting his parents in Chico, then heading to Nashville to see Luke, then catching up with Jordan separately. “
Jordan stepping forward publicly after a difficult loss is a meaningful signal. He did not have to appear on national television and defend his brother’s throws. He chose to. Whether that changes how anyone evaluates Aaron’s performance in Pittsburgh is another matter, but it does say something about where the Rodgers family stands right now.