Rodgers ready to add another chapter to his history book

By DAN ZIELINSKI

Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers will make sure history belongs to him Sunday night. Facing his former team for the first time, Rodgers is poised for a vintage performance against the Green Bay Packers.

Expect the veteran quarterback to deliver a sharp, efficient outing, mixing quick passes with a few deep throws to keep the defense off balance.

Rodgers and coach Mike Tomlin have the Steelers in position to contend for the AFC North title, but they’ll need a strong defensive effort to get past one of the NFC’s hottest teams. Pittsburgh’s defense, led by T.J. Watt and Minkah Fitzpatrick, must pressure Jordan Love and force mistakes.

The Packers haven’t lost in a month, but they haven’t won in Pittsburgh in 55 years. That drought could continue if the Steelers’ pass rush can contain Love and the secondary limits explosive plays downfield.

Behind Rodgers’ poise and precision, and an opportunistic defense coming off a mini-bye, the Steelers should edge the Packers in a tight Sunday Night Football matchup.

The win would make Rodgers the fifth quarterback in NFL history to defeat all 32 teams and serve as a signature moment in his first season in black and gold.

WHAT THE ODDSMAKES SAYING: Packers by 3 points.

DZ’S PREDICTION: Steelers 27, Packers 24