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Rodgers’ COVID Status Disrupts ‘State Farm Bowl’ With Mahomes

Aaron Rodgers throws touchdowns seemingly with ease. But this week he’s throwing State Farm for a loop.

The auto insurance company was poised to have Rodgers and Kansas City quarterback Patrick Mahomes—two of its most recognizable pitchmen—match up on Sunday night in what many have dubbed the “State Farm Bowl.” Those plans are now off the table, since the Green Bay Packers quarterback tested positive for coronavirus and will be out until at least next week per NFL COVID protocols.

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The turn of events comes at a bad time for State Farm.