Aaron Rodgers etches his name in NFL history breaking multiple QB records on Christmas Day
The Green Bay Packers are currently facing the Miami Dolphins in the first of three Christmas Day games and Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers has shone out.
The quarterback has the new record for most passing touchdowns on Christmas Day with eight, while having the most starts as well with three after today's game.
Aaron Rodgers is making his third start at QB on Christmas Day, the most in @NFL history.
His 8 career TD passes on Christmas are the most all-time.
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In 2011, Rodgers and the Packers faced the Chicago Bears and he threw five touchdown passes in that game. This was the most in a single game on Christmas Day.
Rodgers added to his total touchdown passes as he hit tight end Marcedes Lewis for a touchdown in the first quarter vs. Miami.
Aaron Rodgers to Big Dog Marcedes Lewis on 4th down for the TIE 🦴💥 https://t.co/Xm5SwJNkLA
The Packers are fighting to stay alive for a wildcard spot in the playoffs. They entered today's game with a record of six wins and eight losses. A win would put them at 7-8 and would keep them alive for a slim chance at the postseason.
Miami is 8-6 and is also fighting for a playoff spot in the AFC wildcard.
Aaron Rodgers' numerous NFL records
Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers is one of the greatest quarterbacks of all time, regardless of the day.
He holds the following NFL records for quarterbacks:
- 122.5 passer rating, season (2011)
- Lowest interception percentage in a season: 0.3% (2018)
- Most consecutive passes without an interception: 402
- Lowest career interception percentage: 1.4%
- Best career touchdown to interception ratio: 4.58
Rodgers has the most passing touchdowns in Packers franchise history and is considered one of the greatest quarterbacks of all time.
He is also a Super Bowl champion, Super Bowl MVP, four-time MVP, four-time First-Team All-Pro, and 10-time Pro Bowler.
Rodgers is currently battling with the Dolphins and if he wins out, the Packers have a shot at being in the playoffs.