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Nov 6, 2022; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) walks off the field after losing to the Detroit Lions at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Lon Horwedel-USA TODAY Sports | Reuters
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Nov 6, 2022; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) walks off the field after losing to the Detroit Lions at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Lon Horwedel-USA TODAY Sports | Reuters
Aaron Rodgers is always an enigma in the NFL world. The fans are always divided on the Green Bay Packers QB and his antics on and off the field. An NFL analyst has backed the Packers star amid the New York Jets issue. And once again, the opinion on Rodgers has divided the fans in the NFL world.
Rodgers is the face of the franchise in Green Bay and has achieved a fair share with them in his 18 seasons. But he has never been able to unite the fanbase because of one reason or another.
An opinion on Aaron Rodgers divides the fans
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Despite his off-field actions, Aaron Rodgers has a lot of admirers as he is one of the best QBs in the NFL. And NFL analyst Eli Berkovitz gave his full backing to ‘A-Rod’. According to him, Rodgers is one of the most misunderstood people in sports history.
“If you actually dislike Aaron Rodgers, that’s a you problem. One of the most misunderstood people in sports history,” Berkovitz tweeted in Rodgers’ support.
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This opinion has divided the NFL world. While some fans backed the veteran QB, others said that people are justified to hate him. Here are some of the fan reactions.
A rival fan hates Rodgers because of a very logical reason.
I do. Only because I have to watch him “own” my favorite team. Usually twice a season. Every year. Even if we snap his leg in half to start a game.
— Matthew Heckner (@Matt_Heckner) February 22, 2023
This fan gives a reason for people hating Rodgers and calls it sad.
People hate that he doesn't carry himself around the public like other top QBs do. He just speaks his mind and personal opinions and they hate it. That's why they're glued to the screen whenever he's on Pat's show to find something to discredit him, despite disliking him. Sad.
— HorribleFour (@HorribleFour) February 21, 2023
According to this fan, Rodgers’ hate is a media creation.
It’s a creation of a national sports media that values clicks and likes over telling compelling and factual stories. A snapshot of society as a whole, sadly.
— Donovan Payton (@dtpayton) February 22, 2023
A Packers fan says they don’t dislike Rodgers at all but think that it’s time to move on.
I don’t dislike him in fact I think he’s the best to wear Green and Gold I’m just also not in denial and know that it’s time to move on
— Berto (@Prado__1997) February 22, 2023
Another fan is of the opinion that some people are justified in hating him because of his actions.
I generally like Aaron and I agree he is often misunderstood, but let's not act like he is an objectively good person. Many people are totally justified not to like him because of some of the actions he has taken.
— Ryan (@cfcgbp) February 21, 2023
This fan tracked the hate for Rodgers to a podcast he did back in the day.
He did a podcast with Danica..while dating & I think the reason he said him & his family don't talk is cuz of religious reasons. Bummer was when Jordan on the Bachelorette & spilled the beans of their family's troubles. That might a been the 1st thing he took flack for
— Sportslovinchic (@sportslovinchic) February 22, 2023
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All this comes amid numerous reports linking him away from the Packers. The Jets are the frontrunners to sign him in case he decides to switch teams. Will he do it after 18 years at Lambeau Field?
Rodgers’ future hangs in balance
Aaron Rodgers’ future is up in the air. The legendary QB failed to take the Packers to the playoffs in the 2022 season. And now, he is contemplating if he even wants to play another season in the NFL. If he does decide to come back to play, it is not clear whether it will be at Lambeau Field or somewhere else.
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The Jets look like the favorites to sign him if he decides for a change of scenery. But his decision for a darkness retreat may have thrown a wrench in those plans. The Jets are now looking at Derek Carr to bring him to the MetLife Stadium. But fans are curious and waiting eagerly to know what the future hold for Rodgers.
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