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Nothing says pain as much as a cold and rainy day in the Mid West in the first week of November does. Aaron Rodgers and his Green Bay Packers take on The Detroit Lions at the Lions’ home in what could be the first snow game of the season. 

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Aaron Rodgers has had a rough start to the 2022 season. The 2021 NFL MVP is currently struggling, as his team is at a below-average 3-5 record. Having had a Halloween scare to the Bills, they are looking to bounce back in Detroit. The rain Gods also joined their travel party as the team made its way to Detroit. The Packers’ Instagram admin didn’t waste an opportunity to show fans what traveling in those conditions looked like.

Aaron Rodgers takes to Detroit

However, it was a chirp party for fans as they called out on Rodgers’ and his tight end’s hand gestures. A dejected fan said, “Are you holding up L’s because that’s what we’re gonna take tomorrow”, as she referred to their poor run. Another fan chimed in as he said, “Are they really flashing the L?”

 

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Some took the opportunity to cheer their team on as they said “Go get it boys” and “Go Pack Go”. Cincinnati Reds’ player also took the opportunity to say “Please win” as he looks for a ray of hope in the rain. 

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Fans also think the rain will play a huge part in their game’s outcome as they said, “If we lose..Blame it on the rain.. Yeah yeah!” While another fan saw the rain as a blessing in disguise. She said,” Rain symbolizes a fresh start so let’s go get this W” 

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Sneakerheads also took to this comment party as they got animated about the sneakers they saw on their favorite athletes. Robert Tonyan’s shoes were of most concern. A fan said “J’s in the rain? Smh” Another said “Rain on the cool grey 11s noooooo.”  Another sneakerhead couldn’t believe what he was seeing as he said “Those Jordan 11s getting all wet” which was followed by 9 emojis that pronounced discomfort. 

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Aaron Rodgers also shared this post on his personal account as his story. He also tagged Wide receiver teammate Allen Lazard as he recovers from a shoulder injury and is a doubt for their game. 

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Sunday Night will tell if the Packers were able to drown their sorrows in the rain and start afresh or if the rain was just a sign of their poor run. They take on Detroit in their NFC North clash. The Lions are currently 1-6. Taking to a disheveled opposition might just be the boost Green Bay needs for their season. Will Rodgers and his men be able to deliver on a cold and wet outing in Detroit?