Chicago Bears fans already have more than enough reasons to despise Aaron Rodgers. He made their life hell for over a decade as quarterback of the Green Bay Packers. That alone puts him on the Mount Rushmore of all-time villains in franchise history. Yet somehow, the quarterback has taken things to another level by becoming one of the greatest toolbags of his era. He's done this by flirting with retirement, spouting conspiracy theories, blaming others for his problems (on and off the field), and becoming a drug enthusiast.
Somehow it gets even better, though. Or worse, depending on your perspective. A new unauthorized autobiography on Rodgers by Ian O'Connor is coming out soon. For those who may not remember, the quarterback caused a massive upheaval when he stated to the press that he'd been "immunized" against COVID-19 in 2021. It then came out in November that he tested positive. Better still, he had not been vaccinated but instead used homeopathic medicines as a substitute. People slammed him for misleading the public and his team on the issue.
Rodgers states in the book that he regrets doing it, but not for the reasons you'd think
"If there's one thing I wish could have gone different, it's that, because that's the only thing [critics] could hit me with," Rodgers said in the book.
Aaron Rodgers' only regret is it hurt his public image.
He doesn't care that he put teammates, coaches, and other people in danger by exposing them to the virus. It is all about how choosing to lie and getting caught stained his spotless reputation. As always, everything is about him. This serves as the latest reminder that Rodgers remains the ultimate "me" guy. For all his bluster of team being the most important thing, he is easily the most self-serving Hall of Fame quarterback the NFL has seen in a long time. Nobody can dispute his ability.
It doesn't change the fact that he isn't somebody rational people would associate with off the field. Aaron Rodgers will be a fascinating case study once he retires. It is impossible to see him going into coaching or analysis. He's way too much of a loon. People shouldn't be surprised if he starts his own cult. Either way, his legacy has taken some serious hits over the past couple of years. He may have been better off retiring.
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