NFL star Aaron Rodgers is in London ahead of the Packers’ game against the Giants. The football superstar met Emmy award winner Jason Sudeikis. The star actor plays Lasso on the sports comedy-drama series Ted Lasso. Interestingly, Sudeikis’ character is an American football coach, sent to the UK to manage a football club. The show received wide acclaim and helped Sudeikis win the Emmy Award.
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Meanwhile, the Green Bay Packers posted an image on Twitter of A-Rod and the actor. However, some NFL fans were unhappy with the Hollywood actor who hung out with A-Rod. This was after star footballer Megan Rapinoe and the US women’s team lost to England in the friendly match held at the iconic Wembley stadium.
This user lost his respect for the actor.
My respect for Ted Lasso just took a dive
— Sir This Guy (@SoPoSasquatch) October 8, 2022
Another user expressed his wish.
if the first London game is anything like this one, everyone is in for a good game of Tackle Football.
— Aj Baalman (@AjBaalman) October 8, 2022
This user had a humorous take.
So now they which is the ACTUAL football ⚽️
— King (@ksemedo07) October 8, 2022
A fan hoped for an invitation to the NFL game.
Hopefully you gave him an invite to tomorrows game!!
— ERoosevelt aka Jayne (@ERoosevelt9) October 8, 2022
Another fan questioned Rodgers’ stand on vaccines.
Love Jason Sudekis ❤️ can’t stand the lying anti-vaxxer @AaronRodgers12 🤮
— realMarieWagner (@realMarieWagner) October 8, 2022
Aaron Rodgers reveals his favorite coach
Aaron Rodgers on the Pat McAfee Show talked about his favorite coach. It was none other than Patriots’ coach Bill Belichick. The star QB said Belichick is a living legend of the game.
“He makes incredible in-game adjustments, halftime adjustments, third-quarter adjustments, fourth-quarter adjustments, whatever it takes,” Rodgers said.
Earlier, Rodgers spoke about his desire to watch the game while in London. He was spotted in the box seat during the game. The 38-year-old earlier revealed he is a fan of Ted Lasso during an appearance on “The Rich Eisen Show”. Several users made this meeting a point of discussion.
A user shared this GIF.
— Just Sarah 🦌🏆💍 (@Soccer_3_Mom) October 8, 2022
Another user assumed what they were discussing.
Trying to explain offside…
— Ashley Madison (@ashleydunaway76) October 8, 2022
A user had a reference to an offensive game.
Brilliant offensive mind and Aaron rodgers
— icy pickens SZN #WR1 (@jrjuniorthe2nd) October 8, 2022
Another fan shared her excitement.
Love this.
— MJChannellEwryinOhio (@mj77933412) October 8, 2022
This user spoke about women’s football.
I've been saying… Women's football is very entertaining to watch. The ladies are brutal on the field and the level of play has been increasing exponentially, across all nations and clubs.
— ѕ a м p l e т e х т🇱🇧 (@ampleflex) October 8, 2022
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Rodgers looks to guide Packers’ home
The Green Bay Packers have a 3-1 record this season. Earlier, the superstar said his aim is to first help the team reach the playoffs. The 38-year-old star QB has made a good beginning to the new season.
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Meanwhile, the Packers will play in the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Sunday. This is the first time they compete in the NFL International Series. A-Rod and Co. will aim to make it count.
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