PITTSBURGH (AP) — Aaron Rodgers spent the first half on Sunday trying to will the Pittsburgh Steelers into the kind of offensive rhythm that's been elusive of late.

The four-time MVP spent the second half in the locker room, his 41-year-old left wrist aching and his status uncertain for the final stretch of his 21st and perhaps final season.

Rodgers watched from afar as backup Mason Rudolph and the Steelers pulled away for a 34-12 win over the Cincinnati Bengals. He did not return to the sideline at any point after injuring the wrist on his non-throwing hand during a stop-and-start first half in which he was sacked once and hit illegally twice, both of which drew flags for roughing the passer.

Pittsburgh coach Mike Tomlin said Rodgers will be evaluated on Monday.

It's uncertain exact

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