Mason Rudolph Falls Short in Spot Start, Rodgers Expected Back Week 13

Mason Rudolph completed 24 of 31 passes for 171 yards, one touchdown, and one interception, adding three rushes for seven yards and losing a fumble in Sunday's 31-28 loss to the Bears. Starting in place of the injured Aaron Rodgers (wrist), Rudolph led three touchdown drives, including a six-yard swing pass to DK Metcalf for his lone score. His critical lost fumble in the third quarter shifted momentum. Head coach Mike Tomlin indicated Rodgers is likely to return in Week 13 against Buffalo, signaling Rudolph's return to the bench.