#ThisDayThatYear: Rodgers equals NFL record for half-time touchdown passes (2014)
On November 9, 2014, Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers delivered a record-tying performance against the Chicago Bears. Rodgers threw six touchdown passes in the first half, matching the NFL record set by Daryle Lamonica in 1969 and tying the Packers' game record. We decode the game, the record, and Rodgers' stellar career stats in this article.
Rodgers throws record TD passes as Packers rout the Bears
In a dominant performance, Rodgers led the Packers to a 55-14 victory over the Bears. Rodgers threw six touchdown passes in the first half, tying the Packers' game record and matching the NFL mark for touchdowns in a half. With 315 passing yards and a 42-0 halftime lead, Rodgers and the Packers quickly overpowered the Bears, making this win one for the history books.
Rodgers and Packers' 2014 season highlights
The 2014 Packers season marked their 96th year, highlighted by a league-best 12-4 record and an NFC North title. Green Bay went undefeated at home, led the NFL in scoring, and saw Rodgers named MVP. Despite a strong playoff run, they fell in the NFC Championship to Seattle, losing 28-22 (OT). Rodgers finished the season with 341 passes for 4,381 yards including 38 TDs.
QB's impressive career stats
Over his illustrious 20-year career, Rodgers has played 240 games, completing 5,198 passes for 61,162 yards, 490 touchdowns, and 112 interceptions. He also boasts an impressive 103.0 passer rating. Meanwhile, in 22 playoff games, Rodgers has amassed 501 passes for 5,894 passing yards, 45 touchdowns, and a stellar 100.1 rating, cementing his place as one of the NFL's all-time greats.
Rodgers' achievements and awards
Rodger's list of accolades includes a Super Bowl championship and MVP award (Super Bowl XLV). A 4x NFL Most Valuable Player (2011, 2014, 2020, 2021) and four First-team All-Pro selections. Additionally, Rodgers is a 10-time Pro Bowler and has led the league in passer rating four times. He was also recognized in the NFL 2010s All-Decade Team and received the Bart Starr Award (2014).
