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Amidst Trade Rumors, Aaron Rodgers Latest Controversy Catches Him in Off-Field Dilemma

Published 03/12/2023, 12:45 PM EDT

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The Covid-19 pandemic has been a source of controversy worldwide, with vaccine mandates being one of the most disputed topics. In the US, the controversy has spilled into the world of sports, with NFL superstar quarterback Aaron Rodgers at the center of the latest controversy.

A tweet made by Dr. Eli David on Twitter has stirred up controversy regarding vaccine mandates. Rodgers endorsed Dr. David’s comments, which contradicted the opinion of most health experts who say that the vaccine is necessary in preventing the spread of Covid-19 and that the virus is deadly.

Dr. Eli David tweets, “Covid vaccine is so safe and effective that you have to be threatened to take it. Covid is so deadly that you have to be tested to know you have it.”

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Adding to the ongoing off-field dilemma of Rodgers is the trade rumors surrounding him. The New York Jets are reportedly interested in acquiring Rodgers, with Green Bay Packers’ President Mark Murphy stating that a trade is likely to happen. The Packers have given permission for Rodgers to negotiate with the Jets, but Murphy didn’t rule out the possibility of Rodgers staying with the team.

READ ALSO – New York Jets Seemingly Seals Aaron Rodgers Trade After Releasing First Team All-Pro, Super Bowl Champion

 Aaron Rodgers’ $58.2M Decision: Will He Stay with the Packers or Head to the Jets?

Last offseason, the Packers signed Aaron Rodgers to a 3year/$150M extension, which includes a minimum payment of $58.2M if he plays next season ($31.6M cap hit), as reported by ESPN‘s Get Up. Despite this, there are questions about whether Rodgers should return to the Packers next season, especially given that they missed the playoffs for the 4th time in his 15 seasons as their starter.

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Fans of the Packers are eagerly waiting to see what Rodgers decides. Meanwhile, Jets fans are already speculating that Rodgers might be heading to New York. The outcome of this trade will undoubtedly have significant ramifications for the team and the NFL.

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 Aaron Rodgers Trade Drama Leaves Packers Fans Rescheduling Appointments and Checking Darkness Retreat Availability

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Tom Grossi, an NFL fan and YouTuber, made humorous comments about the Aaron Rodgers trade situation. He joked about how Rodgers should take his time since he has earned it, how everyone in the Packers wants him back, and how Rodgers went on a “darkness retreat” to get his “mentals” right.

Tom also talks about how the Jets are flying out to California to talk to Rodgers, and how he needs to reschedule his appointments because he doesn’t want to miss the news breaking. He ends with a funny remark about not wanting to go back to the 80s when the Packers were bad and the Bears were good.

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The controversy surrounding Rodgers’ comments and the ongoing pandemic only add to the off-field dilemma he is facing. As fans, we can only wait and see how this situation unfolds.

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Mohammad Asif Ansari is an NFL Writer for EssentiallySports. He is a sports enthusiast with prior experience in content writing.
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