Aaron Rodgers' Status Clouded: Steelers QB Questionable After Apparent Hand Injury

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Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers suffered a potentially serious left hand/wrist injury during the first half of their Week 11 NFL matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals. The incident occurred late in the second quarter when Rodgers was hit hard by multiple Bengals defenders, causing him to grimace in pain and hold his left wrist. He was seen with blood on his hand as he left the field at halftime. The Steelers' backup quarterback, Mason Rudolph, took over for Rodgers on Pittsburgh's first drive of the third quarter. Coach Mike Tomlin said Rodgers was being evaluated and was listed as questionable for a possible return. To avoid further injury, Rodgers remained sidelined. When asked about Rodgers' chances of returning, Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin expressed cautious optimism, stating, 'We're hopeful but we better get Mason Rudolph ready to go.' The Steelers were leading 10-6 at halftime, thanks to an 11-yard touchdown pass from Rodgers to running back Kenneth Gainwell on the opening drive. The Steelers' quarterback depth chart is as follows: Aaron Rodgers, Mason Rudolph, and Will Howard as the emergency third quarterback. Rodgers' status will be closely monitored, and fans can expect an update on his potential return in the coming hours.