In reflecting on the controversy surrounding his COVID-19 vaccination status, New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers expresses in a forthcoming biography that he wishes he had handled the situation differently.
During a preseason interview in 2021 with the Green Bay Packers, Rodgers used the term "immunized" to describe his status, sparking widespread criticism when it later emerged he had contracted COVID-19 and had not received an FDA-approved vaccine. This admission comes from a detailed account in "Out of The Darkness: The Mystery of Aaron Rodgers," authored by Ian O’Connor, which is set to be released soon.
Rodgers's initial claim of immunization led to a significant public backlash after his positive COVID-19 test result forced him out of play for ten days. In conversations with O’Connor, Rodgers reveals that his choice of words was strategically aimed at navigating through NFL policies without disclosing his unvaccinated status directly. However, looking back, Rodgers suggests he might have been more forthright about his stance on the vaccines available at the time and his personal health decisions.
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The biography delves into Rodgers's attempt to seek an exemption based on a homeopathic treatment he underwent, arguing it should suffice as immunization—a claim that did not sway NFL officials. His openness about an allergy to polyethylene glycol, a component found in mRNA vaccines, and hesitancy towards the Johnson & Johnson vaccine due to other concerns are also highlighted as pivotal reasons behind his decision.
Rodgers’s story has stirred considerable debate on athlete autonomy, medical privacy, and public responsibility amidst a global health crisis. His candid revelations in this biography aim to shed light on the complexities and challenges he faced during this tumultuous period. Beyond this controversy, "Out of The Darkness" promises readers an intimate look into other facets of Rodgers's life such as familial estrangements, overcoming injuries like a torn Achilles tendon, and insights into his illustrious football career.
This episode also led to tangible repercussions for Rodgers off the field; notably severing ties with Prevea Health shortly after the controversy erupted—marking one of several professional relationships affected by the saga. Through these reflections captured in O'Connor's comprehensive biography featuring interviews from over 250 individuals close to or acquainted with Rodgers—including himself—the book endeavors to present a multifaceted portrait of one of football's most enigmatic figures against the backdrop of an unprecedented era in sports history influenced by global health concerns.
During a preseason interview in 2021 with the Green Bay Packers, Rodgers used the term "immunized" to describe his status, sparking widespread criticism when it later emerged he had contracted COVID-19 and had not received an FDA-approved vaccine. This admission comes from a detailed account in "Out of The Darkness: The Mystery of Aaron Rodgers," authored by Ian O’Connor, which is set to be released soon.
Rodgers's initial claim of immunization led to a significant public backlash after his positive COVID-19 test result forced him out of play for ten days. In conversations with O’Connor, Rodgers reveals that his choice of words was strategically aimed at navigating through NFL policies without disclosing his unvaccinated status directly. However, looking back, Rodgers suggests he might have been more forthright about his stance on the vaccines available at the time and his personal health decisions.
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The biography delves into Rodgers's attempt to seek an exemption based on a homeopathic treatment he underwent, arguing it should suffice as immunization—a claim that did not sway NFL officials. His openness about an allergy to polyethylene glycol, a component found in mRNA vaccines, and hesitancy towards the Johnson & Johnson vaccine due to other concerns are also highlighted as pivotal reasons behind his decision.
Rodgers’s story has stirred considerable debate on athlete autonomy, medical privacy, and public responsibility amidst a global health crisis. His candid revelations in this biography aim to shed light on the complexities and challenges he faced during this tumultuous period. Beyond this controversy, "Out of The Darkness" promises readers an intimate look into other facets of Rodgers's life such as familial estrangements, overcoming injuries like a torn Achilles tendon, and insights into his illustrious football career.
This episode also led to tangible repercussions for Rodgers off the field; notably severing ties with Prevea Health shortly after the controversy erupted—marking one of several professional relationships affected by the saga. Through these reflections captured in O'Connor's comprehensive biography featuring interviews from over 250 individuals close to or acquainted with Rodgers—including himself—the book endeavors to present a multifaceted portrait of one of football's most enigmatic figures against the backdrop of an unprecedented era in sports history influenced by global health concerns.
