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Not even broken bones can stop Aaron Rodgers from wanting to “own” the Chicago Bears. 

The Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback underwent further tests this week that confirmed the fracture in his non-throwing wrist will not require surgery, head coach Mike Tomlin announced Tuesday afternoon.

“Really, it’s just about bracing and securing it for his comfort and safety. And then, it’s about how functional he is,” Tomlin told reporters.


  Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers holds his left wrist after getting injured against the Bengals on Nov. 16, 2025. AP Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers holds his left wrist after getting injured against the Bengals on Nov. 16, 2025. AP

The veteran field general is pushing to play in Sunday’s road matchup against the Bears — a team he dominated for 18 years as a member of the rival Packers — but “doctors must clear him and his status moving forward is TBD,” says NFL Insider Tom Pelissero.

Tomlin noted that Friday will be the “key day” in determining whether Rodgers will suit up in the Windy City. 

“We’ll see where the week leads us and we’ll take it day by day,” Tomlin said.

Rodgers exited the Steelers’ 34-12 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday after suffering a wrist injury in the second quarter.

Tomlin revealed Monday that the four-time MVP wanted to return to the game.


  Aaron Rodgers exited Sunday’s game against the Cincinnati Bengals after suffering a wrist injury in the second quarter. AP Aaron Rodgers exited Sunday’s game against the Cincinnati Bengals after suffering a wrist injury in the second quarter. AP

Mason Rudolph filled in for Rodgers to secure the win and would be penciled into Sunday’s starting lineup if Rodgers doesn’t get medically cleared to play.

The 21-year veteran has thrown for 1,969 yards, 19 touchdowns and nine interceptions through his first 10 games in Pittsburgh, a resurgent season following a turbulent two-year stretch with the Jets.

Rodgers has historically battered the Bears during his illustrious career, boasting a 24–5 record against Chicago while throwing 64 touchdowns and just 10 interceptions, all while he was with the Green Bay Packers.  


  Aaron Rodgers celebrates the Green Bay Packers’ 21-14 victory against the Chicago Bears in the NFC Championship Game at Soldier Field on January 23, 2011 in Chicago, Illinois. Getty Images Aaron Rodgers celebrates the Green Bay Packers’ 21-14 victory against the Chicago Bears in the NFC Championship Game at Soldier Field on January 23, 2011 in Chicago, Illinois. Getty Images

In 2021, he famously yelled “I own you!” to Bears fans after darting into the end zone for a rushing touchdown.

At 41, Rodgers could be looking at his last chance to play the Bears — and it would serve up quite a compelling finale. 

Both the Steelers (6-4) and Bears (7-3) lead their respective divisions, with Chicago winning seven of eight games after an 0-2 start.

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