Mason Rudolph replaces Aaron Rodgers after big hit

We knew that protecting quarterback Aaron Rodgers would be the top priority for the Pittsburgh Steelers versus the Buffalo Bills this week. Unfortunately, the offensive line couldn't keep Rodgers upright early in the second half which has forced him out of the game and he's been replaced by Mason Rudolph.

Rodgers took a huge blindside hit from Bills edge defender Joey Bosa that caused a fumble that Buffalo turned into a touchdown. Rodgers was slow getting up, blood running down his forehead and holding that broken wrist against his body. When the Steelers offense came back out, it was Rudolph in charge of the offense.

Unfortunately, the first drive was cut short when Rudolph overthrew massive tight end Darnell Washington, resulting in an interception. The Bills currently lead the Steelers 10-7 just two minutes into the second half and the Bills are driving. There has been no official word if Rodgers will return but he is on the sidelines.

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