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Aaron Rodgers Takes Issue With Steelers' International Travel Schedule

Aaron Rodgers Takes Issue With Steelers' International Travel Schedule

Summary

The Pittsburgh Steelers and Minnesota Vikings are set to play a historic NFL game in Dublin, Ireland, marking the first regular-season NFL game in the country. Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers expressed a desire for more time to explore Ireland, noting his personal connection to the area. The NFL allows teams to decide their own travel schedules for international games.

Key Facts

  • The Steelers and Vikings will play a regular-season NFL game in Dublin, Ireland.
  • Aaron Rodgers, the Steelers' quarterback, wanted more time in Ireland to explore the country before the game.
  • This matchup is the first regular-season NFL game to be held in Ireland.
  • The NFL lets teams choose their travel schedules for international games.
  • International NFL games are becoming more common each year.
  • The Steelers previously played a preseason game in Ireland in 1997.
  • The Steelers recently won against the New England Patriots.
  • The Vikings will play another international game in London against the Cleveland Browns in Week 5.
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