Picking a quarterback you trust in the playoffs is one thing. Picking your own brother over Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen is bound to get people talking.

That’s exactly what happened during an ESPN debate, as Jordan Rodgers’ choice quickly drew reactions from NFL fans on social media.

Fans Rip Jordan Rodgers for Backing Brother Aaron Over Patrick Mahomes, Josh Allen

During Wednesday’s episode of ESPN’s “First Take,” Jordan was asked which AFC quarterback he trusts most in the playoffs, and he went with his brother. Jordan insisted his decision was based on football, pointing to the Pittsburgh Steelers’ defense and running game, which have taken some of the pressure off Aaron to carry the offense.

The analyst also argued that a team like the Buffalo Bills relies much more heavily on their quarterback, which he viewed as a disadvantage.

“I’m gonna go with Rodgers… I think Josh Allen is one of the best quarterbacks in the NFL right now. He and Caleb Williams are right up there for me. The Steelers know who they are, though,” Jordan said. “They have an elite defense that’s playing at a high level, and they run the freaking ball. So, they’re asking less of Aaron than [a team] ever has at any point in his career.”

The younger Rodgers also argued that Aaron’s experience gives him an advantage in the current setup.

“I just feel like I trust the guy who’s got the MVPs, who has the veteran status, who’s seen everything, and who isn’t required to do everything for them to win,” he added.

The explanation did little to stop fans from criticizing the football player-turned-analyst. One viewer questioned how Jordan could put Aaron ahead of Mahomes, given the Kansas City Chiefs star’s postseason success, writing on X, “Over Mahomes? Drug test him.”

A second fan focused on the obvious family connection, suggesting Jordan’s pick had more to do with being Aaron’s brother than with his football analysis.

“Water is wet, Jordan is biased… not that surprising,” they posted.

The brothers’ reported estrangement also became a talking point, with one fan joking that Jordan’s public support might be an attempt to repair their relationship.

“[Expletive] tryna get invited to Thanksgiving,” one wrote.

Another viewer remarked, “I know there are brothers of NFL players out there giving takes on their brothers, but this one is weird, LMAO.”

Some fans also questioned Aaron’s postseason record since his lone Super Bowl victory.

“What’s Aaron Rodgers record in the playoffs since his Super Bowl win?” one asked. (Rodgers is 7-10 since winning the Super Bowl in 2011, including losses in his last three postseason appearances.)

Another fan was even harsher, calling Aaron “the known perennial playoff choker.”

Aaron does have strong individual postseason numbers, with 6,040 passing yards, 45 touchdowns, and 14 interceptions across 23 playoff appearances. However, he is 11-11 as a playoff starter, but his last postseason win was in 2021 as a member of the Green Bay Packers.

Jordan’s argument, though, is based on Pittsburgh’s ability to take some of the pressure off its quarterback.

The Steelers entered their bye week at 6-2, with their offense ranked No. 16 in the league with a PFN Offense Impact Score of 73.3. Meanwhile, the Chiefs rank No. 8 with a score of 81.2, while the Bills lead the league at No. 1 with a score of 88.5.

Rodgers ranks No. 28th in the NFL in PFN’s QB Impact Score with a 68.7 grade. Allen is seventh (82.9), Mahomes is ninth (81.4), and the current AFC leader is actually Cincinnati Bengals star Joe Burrow, whose 88.5 grade leads the entire NFL.