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New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers has been a part of multiple controversies across his 17 years in the NFL. Rodgers is often criticized for his public comments, but the four-time league MVP doesn’t hesitate to speak his mind. However, an instance from the COVID era has largely impacted his public image, making him feel embarrassed to this day.
Rodgers initially remained reluctant to get vaccinated and gave different reasons. He received backlash, including from Jimmy Kimmel, who roasted him on his show by calling him a "Karen," as reported by the New York Times in November 2021.
“Aaron is a Karen; that’s the fact of the matter,” Kimmel said.
Stephen Colbert also blasted Rodgers and took a shot at the Green Bay Packers.
“I’m no expert, but I’m guessing it’s a lot easier to just play football with a shot in your arm than a jade egg stuck where the sun don’t shine. Then again, they are called the Packers,” Colbert said.
