Aaron Rodgers guided the Pittsburgh Steelers to their third win of the season with a Week 5 win over the Indianapolis Colts. Though much of the attention following the game centered on the veteran quarterback, Rodgers also made sure his running back, Jaylen Warren, received recognition for his outstanding contribution, while taking a shot at the national media for overlooking him.

During his postgame press conference, a reporter asked Rodgers whether Warren was beginning to receive more national recognition for his performances. The quarterback initially appeared unsure about whom the reporter was referring to, responding with a brief question.

“Who?” Rodgers asked.

When the reporter clarified he was referring to Jaylen Warren, Rodgers took the opportunity to criticize the national media for the players they choose to highlight.

“Yeah, but I mean, they have their favorites, and people they want to talk about, so here's what it is,” Rodgers said.

Rodgers himself played a crucial role in Pittsburgh's victory, completing 22 of his 31 passing attempts for 235 yards and three touchdowns without throwing an interception. The veteran quarterback continued his impressive run by recording at least three touchdown passes for the third consecutive game.

Meanwhile, Warren emerged as one of the biggest difference-makers on the field. He finished with 188 total yards from scrimmage, recording 101 rushing yards on 15 carries while adding 87 receiving yards on six catches.

Former Sttelers' head coach Mike Tomlin also praised Warren's all-around contribution, stating how effectively the running back performed in both the rushing and receiving games.

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“Jaylen Warren was everything they needed him to be today. He was the leading rusher in the game. He was the leading receiver in the game. He was Jaylen Warren,” Tomlin said.

Warren's performance was particularly memorable because of the remarkable combination of explosive plays he produced. He became the first player since Herschel Walker in 1986 to record a touchdown reception of at least 80 yards and a rushing touchdown of at least 50 yards in the same game.

The win also provided Pittsburgh with an important response after its disappointing Week 4 loss to the Cleveland Browns.