Jordan Love and Aaron Rodgers met on the field under the bright lights of Lambeau Stadium. Both quarterbacks had spoken before the game about their respect for each other, but the encounter after the game drew the most attention.
Oct 26, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (8) and Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love (10) shake hands after the game at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
Oct 26, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (8) and Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love (10) shake hands after the game at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images
Fans and media witnessed a brief but meaningful exchange that suggested more than just a win. The Packers had defeated Rodgers’ Steelers 35-25, and while the scoreboard told one story, the conversation at midfield revealed another layer of NFL tradition and mentorship.
After the game, the quarterbacks met at midfield. Microphonescaptured their short conversation. Rodgers told Love, “Good game, brother,” and Love responded, “Good game, baby.” Then Love requested, “I’m gonna need that jersey,” and Rodgers replied, “I’m gonna send it over.”
.@jordan3love and @AaronRodgers12 will always be brothers for life 🤞@insidetheNFL Week 8 Mic’d Up on X pic.twitter.com/bO5qPee473
— NFL (@NFL) October 27, 2025
The quick chat said a lot. Love later clarified that the jersey would be handed over privately, likely to avoid public media attention. Rodgers also praised Love’s play, calling his performance fantastic and personally autographing the jersey for him in the locker room.
Packers Jordan Love Ties Team Record and Proves He Can Take Over
Love spent his first three seasons learning behind Rodgers. He watched and absorbed everything, from game preparation to sideline leadership.
The Packers quarterback stepped into the starting role when Rodgers left Green Bay for the New York Jets and later the Steelers. The matchup represented a passing of the torch moment for many observers, even before the first snap.
After the Steelers led 16-7 at halftime, Love helped the Packers make a big second-half comeback, winning 35-25. Love threw 20 passes in a row without a miss, tying a team record and showing his growth and control of the offense.
His performance showed his composure and readiness to take over the team’s responsibility, removing any doubts about his ability to thrive in Rodgers’ absence. This moment also shows the fans that Rodgers has a good relationship with Love, which is very different from the tension Rodgers had with Brett Favre.
This was the first time Love and his former mentor faced each other in a game, making the victory a particularly symbolic moment for Love.
People also see it as an important moment in Packers history, showing Love coming out of Rodgers’ shadow and ready to lead. Beyond the stats and win, the gesture shows trust, respect, and steady leadership in Green Bay.