Aaron Rodgers Surpasses Brett Favre in All-Time Touchdowns
Aaron Rodgers’ journey in the NFL began as the backup to Brett Favre with the Green Bay Packers, where he learned from one of the greats. After several seasons of waiting in the wings, Rodgers has now firmly established his own legacy, surpassing Favre in the all-time passing touchdowns list.
A Historic Sunday Against the Patriots
On Sunday, during a matchup with the New England Patriots, Rodgers threw two touchdown passes, bringing his career total to 510 and moving past Favre’s previous record of 508. This milestone not only highlights Rodgers’ exceptional talent but also marks a significant moment in the long-standing rivalry and camaraderie he shared with Favre.
Climbing the All-Time Rankings
At 41 years old, Rodgers now sits fourth on the all-time passing touchdowns leaderboard. Tom Brady leads the pack with an astounding 649 touchdown passes, followed by Drew Brees with 571 and Peyton Manning with 539. Both Rodgers and Favre are among the elite few to have crossed the 500-touchdown threshold, while sixth-place Philip Rivers trails behind at 421 touchdowns.
Active Leader in Passing Touchdowns
Rodgers stands out as the active leader in passing touchdowns, with Matthew Stafford at 382, Russell Wilson at 353, and Kirk Cousins at 288. Given his current performance, it remains uncertain whether Rodgers will continue playing beyond this season. If he does decide to retire, he could remain firmly entrenched in fourth place for all-time touchdowns. However, a chase for Manning’s third-place total is not entirely out of the question.
The Significance of the Achievement
While Rodgers may not openly express the emotional weight of surpassing Favre, there is undoubtedly a sense of fulfillment in this achievement. The former backup has not only carved out his own path but has also honored the legacy of the quarterback who paved the way for him. This milestone encapsulates the evolution of Rodgers from understudy to one of the game’s greats, solidifying his place in NFL history.
