Aaron Rodgers vs Travis Kelce: The Vax War Is on as Chiefs TE Responds to Injured Jets QB ‘Mr. Pfizer’ Jab

The Kansas City Chiefs TE is making news all over the place. Be it his stellar performances on the field, his dating rumors with mega-pop star Taylor Swift, or his on-TV commercials. As the spotlight continues to stay on Kelce, this time the reasons are altogether different. The Chiefs’ star TE garnered attention Aaron Rodger’s ‘Mr. Pfizer’ jibe.

A-Rod appeared on the Pat McAfee show earlier this week. The injured QB was discussing the valiant loss the Jets had against the Chiefs. During his analysis of the game, he referred to Travis Kelce as ‘Mr. Pfizer’. Owing to Kelce’s recent partnership with pharmaceutical giant Pfizer, he appeared in the corporation’s advertisement campaign for vaccinations against COVID-19. Now Kelce has hit back on Rodgers.

‘The jabs’ continue to land from Travis Kelce

Four-time MVP Rodgers made the hosts laugh with his nickname for Kelce. He further reinstated his point by saying, “He’s doing commercials for Pfizer, so I’m sure he’s owning it.” Now, while answering the media’s questions before the game against the Vikings, Kelce had a comeback for A-Rod.

“I thought it was pretty good,” 33-year-old TE said with a laugh. “Who knew I’d get into the vax wars with Aaron Rodgers, man?” He continued as he finally landed the hook for his comments. “Mr. Pfizer vs. the Johnson and Johnson family over there.” Kelce sent the room in laughter as he referred to the person who pays Rodgers’ wages weekly.

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Robert Wood Johnson IV fondly known as Woody Johnson, is the owner of the New York Jets. He is also the heir apparent to the Johnson & Johnson corporation. Famously, one of the biggest competitors to Pfizer in the vaccine and flu shots industry. Though the billionaire and business mogul doesn’t lack funds, he would love to have his expensive acquisition back on the field sooner rather than later.

Rodgers’ road to recovery

Tearing of the Achilles tendon is considered to be one of the most devastating sports injuries. But soon to be 40, A-Rod this could be even more disastrous due to his advanced age and the position he plays. Hence, A-Rod is looking for a novel method to combat this injury, which has shocked many people as well.

Former Green Bay Packers QB is already making giant steps towards the long recovery process. He has begun to walk nimbly and his rehab seems to be going well. However, the normal expectation for a player is to be away from the game for 8-9 months. A-Rod is not normal in any sense of the word.

A-Rod is looking to come back to the field by December and maybe continue his clash with TE Kelce on the field. However, we don’t mind them clashing on the internet as well. Be sure to keep checking our website as we’ll be on the lookout for the next round of words.

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