Packers QB Rodgers Faces Former Team Steelers in Highly Anticipated Matchup

As the 2025 NFL season reaches the midpoint, the league has seen several surprising developments. Some teams that were projected to struggle have turned things around and now find themselves atop their divisions.

The Indianapolis Colts, for instance, have won three straight games to improve to a league-best 6-1 record, making them one of the biggest surprises of the season so far. Similarly, the Denver Broncos have won four straight games, including a historic 33-point fourth-quarter comeback against the New York Giants, to move into first place in the AFC West with a 5-2 mark.

Meanwhile, the New England Patriots have won four straight games to maintain their lead in the AFC East, while the Chicago Bears have rebounded from an 0-2 start to win four straight and move ahead of the Minnesota Vikings in the NFC North.

One of the most anticipated matchups of the weekend will be the Sunday night game between the Green Bay Packers and the Pittsburgh Steelers. Former Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers, who now leads the Steelers, will face his former team for the first time. Rodgers has tried to downplay the significance of the game, but it's clear that he wants nothing more than to outperform his replacement, Jordan Love, and lead the Steelers to victory.

The struggling Baltimore Ravens, who have lost four straight games, will host the surging Chicago Bears in a crucial matchup. The Ravens, who have been plagued by injuries and defensive woes, will need to find a way to contain the Bears' improving offense, led by quarterback Caleb Williams and running back D'Andre Swift.