Aaron Rodgers-led Steelers offense bounces back in seven shots at training camp
At Friday's practice in Latrobe, the Steelers participated in the iconic seven-shots drill — an intense red-zone simulation where the offense lined up at the two-yard line and the defense attempted to stop them from getting in. And Rodgers' performance more than made up for yesterday's interception on the first throw of team drills.
The first play attempt of seven shots was retried after a bad snap from C Zach Frazier, but Rodgers linked up with DK Metcalf for a touchdown, putting the offense up 1-0.
On the next attempt, Rodgers tried to connect with Metcalf once more, but Joey Porter Jr. broke up the pass. Both sides were tied, 1-1.
With a new quarterback taking center stage in seven shots, Mason Rudolph attempted a pass to WR Ke'Shawn Williams — but it was almost intercepted by Porter. Defense went up 2-1.
Rudolph connected with WR Scotty Miller on the next play, tying it up 2-2.
Rookie QB Will Howard then took over on offense, attempting a pass to WR Brandon Johnson — but the pass was broken up by Cory Trice Jr. Defense retook the lead, 3-2.
Howard wouldn't take the defended pass lying down — hooking up with TE J.J. Galbreath on the next attempt to tie the score back up, 3-3.
Out trotted the four-time MVP for one last shot to decide a winner, and Rodgers didn't flinch — connecting with TE Pat Freiermuth to give the offense the win, 4-3.
It's safe to say Rodgers' second day of practice in Latrobe went exactly as planned for the 20-year veteran — who's eager to keep proving why the Steelers offense is far more dangerous than it's being given credit for.
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