Aaron Rodgers' COVID-19 Controversy to Be Explored in Upcoming Biography

Aaron Rodgers' upcoming biography, "Out of the Darkness: The Mystery of Aaron Rodgers," will explore his handling of his COVID-19 immunization status and its aftermath, including his positive test result and resulting absence from the Green Bay Packers in 2021.

Aaron Rodgers, the four-time NFL MVP, has found himself at the center of a much-discussed controversy surrounding his COVID-19 immunization status and the subsequent fallout. Now, an upcoming biography is set to delve into the details of this saga, offering insights into Rodgers' actions and the events that followed.

The biography, titled "Out of the Darkness: The Mystery of Aaron Rodgers," is scheduled to be released on August 20th and is based on interviews with 250 individuals, including Rodgers himself. The book will explore a wide range of topics, including Rodgers' recovery from a torn Achilles tendon, his estrangement from his family, and his football career from college to the NFL.

Aaron Rodgers' COVID-19 Controversy to Be Explored in Upcoming Biography

A major focus of the biography is Rodgers' handling of his COVID-19 immunization status. In 2021, while playing for the Green Bay Packers, Rodgers stated that he had been "immunized" against the virus. However, a few months later, he tested positive for COVID-19, resulting in a 10-day absence from the team.

The quarterback's positive test result sparked controversy, as it raised questions about his previous statements and the implications for league protocols. Rodgers subsequently filed an appeal, arguing that his homeopathic treatment regimen should qualify him as vaccinated, but his appeal was ultimately unsuccessful.

Aaron Rodgers' COVID-19 Controversy to Be Explored in Upcoming Biography

The biography is expected to highlight Rodgers' regret about his initial statement on his immunization status. In an interview with author Ian O'Connor for the book, Rodgers expressed his wish that he could have handled the situation differently, acknowledging that it provided critics with a point of attack.

"If there’s one thing I wish could have gone different, it’s that, because that’s the only thing [critics] could hit me with," Rodgers said, according to ESPN.

Aaron Rodgers' COVID-19 Controversy to Be Explored in Upcoming Biography

Rodgers' decision to claim he was "immunized" stemmed from his belief that it was the "crux" of his appeal to the NFL, he said in the book. He also explained that he was allergic to an ingredient in the Moderna and Pfizer vaccines and had concerns about the potential side effects of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine.

"But if I could do it again, I would have said, (forget) the appeal. I’m just going to tell them I’m allergic to PEG," Rodgers says in the book, referring to polyethylene glycol. "I’m not getting Johnson & Johnson. I’m not going to be vaxxed."

The upcoming biography promises to provide a comprehensive look into Aaron Rodgers' COVID-19 controversy and its impact on his personal life and NFL career. With its release set for August 20th, the book is eagerly anticipated by fans and those who have closely followed the quarterback's journey through these tumultuous events.