On Sept. 7, 2025 in New York, Aaron Rodgers threw four touchdown passes to lift the Pittsburgh Steelers to a 34-32 win over his former team, the New York Jets; Chris Boswell hit a career-long 60-yard field goal with 1:03 remaining and Jalen Ramsey broke up Justin Fields’ fourth-down attempt with 25 seconds left to seal the victory.
Key Takeaways
- Aaron Rodgers completed 22 of 30 passes for 244 yards and four touchdowns in his Steelers debut.
- Pittsburgh won 34-32 after Chris Boswell’s 60-yard field goal with 1:03 remaining.
- Justin Fields finished with 218 yards passing (16 of 22) and three total touchdowns — one passing, two rushing.
- The Jets outgained Pittsburgh on the ground (182 yards to 53), including 107 rushing yards from Breece Hall.
- Special teams turnover and two failed two-point tries by New York proved decisive.
- Jalen Ramsey’s fourth-down breakup with 25 seconds left ended New York’s final comeback chance.
Verified Facts
The Steelers trailed for much of the game but rallied early in the fourth quarter with two touchdowns in a 50-second span. Rodgers connected with Jonnu Smith, Ben Skowronek and Calvin Austin III among others, while the Jets countered with a mix of Justin Fields’ passing and designed runs.
Rodgers finished 22-of-30 for 244 yards and four touchdowns. Fields completed 16 of 22 passes for 218 yards, and he scored two rushing touchdowns in addition to one passing score. Pittsburgh’s Chris Boswell made all four extra-point attempts and drilled a career-long 60-yard field goal to put the Steelers ahead 34-32 with 1:03 remaining.
Special teams swings were pivotal: Kenneth Gainwell forced a kickoff fumble that Ben Skowronek recovered and converted into points for Pittsburgh, while Xavier Gipson’s fumble on the ensuing kickoff shifted momentum in favor of the Steelers. New York missed two separate two-point conversion attempts that ultimately mattered in the final margin.
| Stat | Steelers | Jets |
|---|---|---|
| Final Score | 34 | 32 |
| Passing (Rodgers/Fields) | 244 yds, 4 TDs | 218 yds, 1 pass TD |
| Rushing | 53 yards | 182 yards |
| Notable FG | Chris Boswell 60 yards | Nick Folk (multiple) |
Context & Impact
Rodgers’ move to Pittsburgh remained a major offseason storyline. His four-touchdown performance in Week 1 immediately alleviates some questions about chemistry with new weapons such as DK Metcalf and the Steelers’ early-down passing emphasis under coach Arthur Smith.
The Jets opened the season showing a physical run game under new coach Aaron Glenn, gaining 182 rushing yards led by Breece Hall’s 107 yards on 19 carries. New York’s ability to move the ball on the ground will be encouraging, but missed conversions and the special-teams turnover exposed vulnerabilities.
For Pittsburgh, the win buys time for defensive adjustments. The Steelers surrendered heavy rushing production and faced pressure late in the second half; injuries and scheme tuning will be storylines to monitor as the team prepares for its home opener vs. Seattle.
- Immediate effect: Steelers 1-0 start; confidence boost for Rodgers-led offense.
- Longer-term: Jets must fix late-game execution and two-point strategy after an otherwise strong offensive showing.
Official Statements
“Our kicker is a serial killer. He’s got a low pulse rate, and he’s ready to deliver.”
Mike Tomlin, Steelers head coach
“Happy to be 1-0. There’s a lot of noise out there; we played together and got the win.”
Aaron Rodgers, Pittsburgh quarterback
Unconfirmed
- Extent of Cam Heyward’s apparent in-game injury remained unclear after the contest and requires official medical confirmation.
- DeShon Elliott left with a reported possible lower-body issue; the team had not issued a definitive diagnosis by game end.
Bottom Line
Aaron Rodgers’ four-touchdown debut for the Steelers produced a dramatic 34-32 road victory over the Jets, highlighted by Boswell’s 60-yard field goal and a late defensive play from Jalen Ramsey. New York showed a strong rushing attack and a productive Justin Fields, but special-teams miscues and failed two-point conversions decided a closely contested opener. Both teams leave Week 1 with clear areas to address as the season progresses.