Steelers' McCarthy Explains Exchange With Rodgers

McCarthy acknowledged the heated exchange, captured on broadcast during the first quarter, saying "communication, sometimes, is not the best choice of words" but emphasized that "what's said on the field usually stays on the field." The coach expressed regret for his choice of words, saying "Any negative communication on my part, I wish I wouldn't have used those words."

Despite the verbal spat, Rodgers performed with 299 passing yards, three touchdowns and two interceptions, though Pittsburgh fell to 2-2 with the defeat. The former Packers coach and quarterback previously worked together from 2006-18 in Green Bay. noplasticplease.life