Green Bay Packers veteran quarterback Aaron Rodgers is out of his darkness retreat. And photos and videos of the isolated spot in Oregon have gone viral on the internet. The place looks more like a “nightmare” than a retreat of any kind, to be very honest. And, fans showed more anxiety looking at the retreat than they did in anticipation of A-Rod’s NFL career decision.
According to ESPN Senior Writer Xuan Thai, Rodgers has completed his four-day isolation project. With all the necessary self-reflection, the 4x NFL MVP can hopefully decide if he wanted to return to Missouri, go to the AFC, or retire altogether. However, that conversation can wait for now.
A look into The Sky Cave ‘Darkness’ Retreat
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During his February 14 appearance on ‘The Pat McAfee Show’, Aaron Rodgers laid out his plan for his abrupt retreat into the caves. The Sky Cave Retreat in Southern Oregon. And the Super Bowl XLV MVP looks to be done with his pondering. CEO of the retreat, Scott Berman, confirmed that Aaron Rodgers left the facility on Wednesday.
Sky Cave went the minimalistic way. A cabin in the snowy woods, a 300-square-foot room with just the basic amenities. The cabin is partially underground and houses only a queen-sized bed, a bathroom, and a meditation mat. However, the room is powered, and the light switch is inside the room, giving the occupant the option to stop the darkness routine at any point. However, fans had differing opinions about the place.
Where’s the shitter?
— Johnny Quarantine 🥇 (@ADeeHD) February 23, 2023
Sounds like a nightmare
— Andrew Livingston (@AndrewLiv) February 23, 2023
Here is a picture of a real darkness retreat: pic.twitter.com/npJ288vmKH
— Thomas (@ThomasKlinkk) February 24, 2023
Wasn't quite what I was expecting. It's actually nicer than I thought it be haha. I was picturing a little more darkness, no tub or bed or lights haha
— TeamFurjan 🇺🇸🇭🇷🦀 (@TeamFurjan) February 23, 2023
Is the scent of arrogance, self-importance, and entitlement natural or must we provide our own?
— Shawn (@the_SKOL_train) February 23, 2023
As a mother, I wouldn’t mind going to one of these retreats for 4 days. I’d sleep and enjoy the peace and quiet so much. 😂
— Devon💕 (@devondvine) February 23, 2023
Can’t wait for this information to be out of the news cycle.🙏
— Hoodie Rizzo (@IPAPapi) February 23, 2023
Bro was definitely popping pills here 😭
— Jack (@Gidley) February 23, 2023
Tbh, looks rather peaceful….
— Lisa18 (@09lisa18) February 23, 2023
Some folks, like mothers, loved the serenity and secluded nature of the retreat. However, many didn’t think this was their cup of tea. To put it into perspective, Front Row Sports even took a public poll to see how many would attempt the Aaron Rodgers isolation retreat. A shocking 57% said they would be open to giving it a shot, while the rest passed on the option.
So where is Aaron Rodgers going?
The Packers superstar has spent his entire 18-year playing career in the NFL in Wisconsin. And over the years, A-Rod has built a special bond with the place. Besides being their leader on the gridiron, Aaron Rodgers is also a minority owner of the Milwaukee Bucks NBA franchise. However, Green Bay could be moving on from the King in the North.
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Rodgers had a lot of conditions for a return in green and gold. He has a guaranteed $59.5 million waiting if he plays for the Packers this season. However, GM Brian Gutekunst seems to have already made up his mind.
But the QB need not worry. According to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, the New York Jets have reached out to learn more about the Aaron Rodgers situation. And the Las Vegas Raiders are also in the mix.
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The Jets have a few more bargaining chips to nudge Aaron on the Broadway-bound road including Rodgers’ former Packers OC Nathaniel Hackett in the Jets OC desk. And fans can expect a decision from the 39-year-old shortly.