You already know what’s happening on the streets of Minnesota. Young fans saw the Vikings’ best WR Justin Jefferson driving in a Ferrari and did the expected thing. Griddy! But the receiver moved past them. It was heartbreaking, yet for the thousands of fans now, it’s time to pay attention to more pressing matters. The week 4 game against the Steelers will be played in Croke Park, Dublin, Ireland. And the rival Super Bowl winner, Aaron Rodgers, is not even concerned about their defensive coordinator, Brian Flores.

Remember him? Steelers assistant in 2022, became Vikings DC in 2023. Turned a middling defense into one of the most lethal units in the league. In 2024, they were second in defensive DVOA, second in opponent EPA per play, fifth in points allowed, and tied for first in takeaways. But the veteran QB isn’t fazed. Here’s why.

While talking to reporters on September 26, A-Rod started with a smile on his face. When asked about the cat-and-mouse game, he replied, “He’s (Brian Flores) a great coach, but he’s not on the field playing. The cat and mouse is really with the Harrison Smiths, the Murphys, Isaiah Rogers, and their linebacking crew, and then the great edge players. They have 58 (Jonathan Greenard), 43 (Andrew Van Ginkel), and 15 (Dallas Turner), who are multi-dimensional players that can drop into coverage, rush the passer, get sacks, and make plays in the passing game as well.”

It clearly shows that Aaron Rodgers has done his homework. The Vikings are the 3rd-best defense in the league in passing yards allowed. They have stopped quarterbacks at will, giving them only 485 yards with 2 touchdowns and 2 interceptions. They have also sacked QBs 9 times, 8th best in the NFL.

However, if he has seen the data for the quarterbacks, he must have found a way to tackle them as well. Rushing is the answer! The Vikes rank a low 22nd in the league in rushing yards allowed (390). But overall, the linebackers remain firm in their overall goal. They have stopped the rivals from crossing the 30-score mark. In the week 3 game against the Bengals, they only gave 10 points.

The game plan comes at a vital time when the Steelers’ offense is under attack.

Steelers legend questions Aaron Rodgers & co.

HC Mike Tomlin won his only Super Bowl in 2008. It was Ben Roethlisberger steering that offense. Since then, many have come, but no one could take them across the finish line. Big Ben has done it, and he knows what it takes. That’s why when he sees the current Steelers offense, he doesn’t see the attacking edge.

While talking about the week 4 international matchup, the legend admitted, “I’m still a little nervous about this game. I’m being honest….I have us as a W, and I’m changing my mind….Unfortunately. I have a fear that our offense is not going to be able to do enough….our defense will play fine. I don’t think our offense will do enough this week.” That must send alarm bells to Aaron Rodgers and his offense.

The reason behind his concern is the very person A-Rod neglected. Brian Flores! Roethlisberger added, “I’m afraid of our line that they’re not going to get it done, and they’re going to, and Flores is going to take advantage of it because he’s a very good defensive coordinator. We never should have let him go, and he’s going to find a way to attack, and our defense isn’t going to be able to do enough to keep us in the game.”

With a 7-3 TD-int. ratio, Aaron Rodgers has to lead the way. They have also scored 30+ points only once in the season opener. Even then, the NY Jets almost won before losing by 32-34. So, the game is set to be a fiery matchup. Strategies are already being made. Can A-Rod do on the field what he said, or will the legend’s fear come true?