Aaron Rodgers' 2018 NFL season, while not culminating in a Super Bowl appearance for the Green Bay Packers, was statistically remarkable for the veteran quarterback. He demonstrated his characteristic precision and arm talent, setting new NFL records for interception avoidance. Despite battling injuries throughout the year, Rodgers consistently delivered high-level performances, showcasing his ability to accumulate significant passing yardage and touchdowns.
This season underscored his individual prowess even as the team faced challenges.
Key Passing Statistics and Efficiency
In the 2018 season, Aaron Rodgers completed 372 passes out of 597 attempts. This volume of attempts allowed him to accumulate a substantial 4,442 passing yards, placing him among the league's top passers. He also threw for 25 passing touchdowns, demonstrating his continued ability to find the end zone. A standout feature of his performance was his exceptional efficiency and ball security. Rodgers threw only two interceptions throughout the entire season, a remarkably low number for a starting quarterback with such a high volume of passes.
This low interception count contributed to a strong passer rating of 97.6. More impressively, Rodgers set an NFL record for the lowest interception percentage in a single season, with only 0.335% of his passes being intercepted. This statistic highlights his meticulous approach to the game and his ability to avoid costly turnovers. He also set an NFL record for the number of thrown-away passes, indicating a strategic decision to sacrifice a down rather than risk an interception.
Record-Breaking Streaks and Notable Games
Rodgers' 2018 season was punctuated by a significant record-breaking streak. In Week 14, he established a new NFL record by completing his 359th consecutive pass without an interception, surpassing Tom Brady's previous mark. This streak eventually extended to 402 pass attempts before it concluded in Week 15 against the Chicago Bears. This achievement is a testament to his consistent accuracy and decision-making under pressure.
Beyond the streaks, Rodgers delivered several statistically impressive individual performances. In Week 5, he recorded 442 passing yards, which was the second-best single-game total of his career, along with three touchdowns. In Week 16 against the New York Jets, he finished with 442 passing yards, two passing touchdowns, and two rushing touchdowns. This particular performance was notable as it marked the second time in his career, and only the second time in NFL history, that a player achieved at least 400 passing yards, two passing touchdowns, and two rushing touchdowns in a single game. His peers recognized his consistent excellence, ranking him No. 10 on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2018 and No. 8 on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2019.
