Mallory Edens shared a cozy Thanksgiving picture, but one thing was missing: Aaron Rodgers. Fans couldn’t help but notice the absence of her famous boyfriend. Why wasn’t he in the picture? And who else were there instead?

None other than Prince, Edens’ furry friend… and a few others. She posted a selfie with her loyal companion with a caption that read “My besties.” Others in her list of “besties” included Model turned TikToker Madeleine White and her partner DJ Andrew Fedyk. On top of that, she could also be seen watching the Thursday Night Football game between the Cowboys and the Giants. But why is her NFL connection missing from Mallory’s social media?

Despite dating for over a year, their public appearances are, umm… rare. Mallory often shares glimpses of her life, but photos with Rodgers are few and far between. This makes fans wonder: is there more to the story? The couple first sparked rumors in 2023, but they’ve kept things largely private since. Mallory enjoys sharing moments with her dog and her career but rarely posts about Aaron. With public knowledge about Rodgers’s family feud, fans are concerned about the future Hall of Famer’s personal struggles.

His former girlfriend, Olivia Munn, revealed that Rodgers “hadn’t spoken to the parents and one brother for, like, eight months” before they began their relationship in 2014. The family feud became public with younger brother, Jordan, revealing the rift on The Bachelorette in 2016. His father, Ed Rodgers, later claimed that things soured between them shortly after Aaron started dating Munn. “Fame can change things,” he told The New York Times.

However, in his memoir, Out of the Darkness, Rodgers acknowledged that the issues were “deep-rooted.” And Munn had “nothing to do with all the years” of estrangement. The 40-YO QB took refuge in football and it kept him away from the public eye. But the going has been tough for Rodgers both on and off the field. Fand of A-Rod would hope for him to write a dream ending to his illustrious career.

Rodgers focused on preparing for Seahawks game amid injuries

Despite struggles with his hamstring, knee, and ankle, Rodgers is determined to get back on the field. He is now preparing for the Jets’ upcoming game against the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday, December 1. The 2024 season has been a challenging one for Rodgers, with the QB putting up 2,442 yards and 17 touchdowns. His performance ranks 15th in passing yards and 9th in touchdown throws.

However, Family issues, reports of NY owner Woody Johnson considering benching him, and consistent injuries. Things have just been a mess for A-Rod, both mentally and physically. But his focus remains on getting back to the field and leading the Jets.

According to Jeff Ulbrich, the Jets’ defensive coordinator and interim coach, Rodgers is in a better state now than he has been in the last 5-6 weeks. However, A-Rod’s QBR of 51.4 places him 24th, indicating struggles in efficiency and prompting questions around his recovery. Rodgers has notably resisted taking scans that could reveal the full extent of his injuries. This decision highlights his determination to keep the severity of his physical issues under wraps, and it raises concerns.

What about his long-term health? Fans and analysts alike are left wondering how much Rodgers can handle before his body gives out. Amid the ongoing franchise struggles, Rodgers’ leadership on the field remains invaluable to the Jets. Even with the team’s bad season record of 3-8, A-Rod continues to fight for a win.

With the Seahawks game approaching, Aaron Rodgers is gearing up for another tough matchup. He’s determined to play, but it’s clear that injuries and distractions are taking their toll. Whether A-Rod can defy the odds and lead the team to victory remains to be seen.