Steelers' McCarthy regrets angry exchange with Rodgers in loss to Browns
Steelers coach Mike McCarthy said he regretted directing profanity toward quarterback Aaron Rodgers during a heated exchange shown on the broadcast. The incident occurred during Pittsburgh’s 27-24 loss to the Browns on Thursday, according to ESPN, which reported McCarthy’s comments after the game.
Steelers coach Mike McCarthy said he regretted directing profanity toward quarterback Aaron Rodgers during a heated exchange in Pittsburgh’s 27-24 loss to the Browns on Thursday.
The exchange was caught on the broadcast, according to ESPN. The supplied report does not provide additional details about what prompted the confrontation or when it occurred during the game.
McCarthy’s comments addressed his conduct toward Rodgers after the Steelers’ loss. The available source does not include a response from Rodgers or further comments from either the Steelers or the Browns.
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