(NewsNation) — New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers
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has revealed he regrets telling media he was “immunized” against COVID-19 prior to backlash once the public realized he was not vaccinated.
Rodgers was heavily criticized by the majority of sports media for what they believed were misleading comments during an August 2021 press conference.
While with the Green Bay Packers, he was sidelined for 10 days in November after contracting COVID-19; the length of absence required of unvaccinated players.
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Once it became clear Rodgers “immunized” admission meant he was not vaccinated, he and the Packers faced intense scrutiny and criticism.