Rodgers and Flacco: Veteran duel in the “Icy Hot Bowl” of the NFL

In a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, Aaron Rodgers faced the media, accompanied by his teammate Cameron Heyward, who did not hesitate to joke about the veteran quarterbacks’ matchup.

The most veteran quarterbacks playing this week, let’s go! I love this matchup.

Cameron Heyward

This Thursday, the game between the Steelers and the Bengals will mark a milestone in NFL history. Rodgers and Joe Flacco will become the second pair of quarterbacks aged 40 or older to face each other as starters in a regular season or playoff game.

I think it’s great for all the veterans. I tend to root for the veterans to win championships.

Aaron RodgersRodgers highlighted Flacco’s longevity in the league, recalling that both began their careers in 2008. In addition, Rodgers praised consistency as a key factor in staying in the elite of American football at an advanced age. In the past, only Tom Brady and Drew Brees starred in three encounters with this particularity in the 2020 season. Flacco, for his part, expressed his admiration for Rodgers’ career and the excitement of sharing the field with another veteran.

It’s something great. We’ve been in the league for a long time. It’s pretty incredible.

Joe Flacco

The Steelers’ defensive coordinator, Teryl Austin, also praised Flacco’s tenacity and his ability to stay in the league, highlighting his performance in the 2024 game against the Colts.

He is mentally strong. He doesn’t let things bother him, and he is a good football player and never gives up on that belief.

Teryl Austin