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‘We Didn’t Do Enough’: Mike Tomlin Likes Mason Rudolph’s Performance But Knows Offense Came Up Short

Aaron Rodgers missed his first game of the season against the Chicago Bears on Sunday, which meant Mason Rudolph got his first start of 2025. And the Steelers were able to move the ball with him at times, scoring three offensive touchdowns on the day.

Yet it wasn’t enough to overcome Caleb Williams and the Bears’ offense. Mike Tomlin did like how Rudolph played in certain instances, but he also acknowledged that the Steelers had to be better as a collective offensively.

“I thought he was game. He always is. He made plays for us, particularly in the fourth quarter.