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Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Aaron Rodgers: Enigma triggers NFL analyst's harsh take calling QB an emotionally damaged and egocentric soul
Aaron Rodgers' emotional distance continues to raise questions (Image via: Getty Images) Netflix's latest sports documentary 'Aaron Rodgers: Enigma' has reignited debate around one of the NFL's most polarizing stars. The film attempts to peel back layers of Rodgers' guarded personality but for analyst John Middlekauff, it paints a darker picture. He labeled the Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback as a deeply conflicted figure with emotional baggage and an inflated ego. NFL analyst says Rodgers is a 'Lost Soul' with a chip on his shoulder Former NFL scout and podcast host John Middlekauff didn't mince words after watching the documentary. Speaking on his show '3 & Out,' Middlekauff described Aaron Rodgers as a 'lost soul' who harbors unresolved emotions stemming from his childhood and family dynamics. 'There's a chip on Aaron Rodgers' shoulder you can feel,' he said. The documentary revisits Rodgers' estrangement from his family, most notably highlighted during his brother Jordan's appearance on The Bachelorette. Footage of an empty seat left for Aaron at a family gathering went viral, sparking speculation. Middlekauff criticized Rodgers' parents for what he called 'a complete loser move,' but he also acknowledged that Rodgers' decision to distance himself wasn't without reason. John Middlekauff REACTS to 'Aaron Rodgers: Enigma' Netflix documentary | 3 & Out Rodgers has often been compared to other legendary quarterbacks, but Middlekauff believes he breaks the mold in a negative way. Aaron Rodgers differs noticeably from other elite NFL quarterbacks, not just in playstyle but in personality. While most top quarterbacks project emotional balance and team-first leadership, Rodgers often appears distant and self-focused. His guarded nature and strained family history suggest deeper personal struggles, traits that set him apart. The Netflix film doesn't offer many answers, but it does stir up conversation. Actress Olivia Munn , Rodgers' former girlfriend, also stepped into the spotlight, addressing the family rift on the Armchair Expert podcast. Munn denied causing the estrangement, simply stating, 'It's not my story to tell,' further deepening the mystery. Rodgers recently revealed he's married but chose to keep his wife's identity private, only intensifying the perception of isolation. Even former teammate David Bakhtiari took a public jab at being left off the wedding guest list. Also Read: Seahawks could target Pittsburgh QB Eli Holstein in 2026 NFL Draft amid uncertainty around Sam Darnold and Jalen Milroe While 'Aaron Rodgers: Enigma' may not change minds, it has clearly re-opened wounds and raised new questions. And for critics like Middlekauff, it confirms long-standing views that Rodgers is a brilliant but emotionally conflicted enigma. For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
Newsweek
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Aaron Rodgers Hosts Private Workout With Steelers Offense
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Aaron Rodgers took his time in deciding if he would play in the NFL in 2025. After months of speculation, he finally signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers on June 7. That leaves little time to prepare for training camp, which is right around the corner for all 32 teams. More news: Steelers May Have Found Perfect DK Metcalf Partner in Surprise Minicamp Playmaker To make up for lost time, Rodgers chose to host a private workout, inviting most of his pass catchers to Malibu. Summer ball with the boys 🫡 — Pittsburgh Steelers (@steelers) July 2, 2025 Rodgers alluded to bringing out players when he appeared on "The Pat McAfee Show," where he stated, "I know coming out to Malibu might not be that high on everybody's list, but we do have some guys coming out next week. So it'll be fun to spend a little time with them." Among the players in the image shared by the Steelers are WRs Scotty Miller, Ben Skowronek, Calvin Austin, DK Metcalf and Roman Wilson, along with tight end Pat Freiermuth. Aaron Rodgers #8 of the Pittsburgh Steelers in action during Minicamp at UPMC Rooney Sports Complex on June 12, 2025 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Aaron Rodgers #8 of the Pittsburgh Steelers in action during Minicamp at UPMC Rooney Sports Complex on June 12, 2025 in Pittsburgh, Rodgers is taking his presumed final year in the NFL a bit more seriously. One of the biggest criticisms of the quarterback was taking the summer off in 2024 to have a spiritual journey, which was detailed in "Aaron Rodgers: Enigma" on Netflix. Rodgers received plenty of criticism for taking a trip when training camp and OTAs were going on for the New York Jets. Though Rodgers has received plenty of criticism, he is already getting to work with the Steelers offense. There have been plenty of reports regarding his work ahead of the 2025 regular season. Read more: Aaron Rodgers and Steelers OC Haven't Figured Out Offense A recent report indicated that Rodgers and Steelers offensive coordinator Arthur Smith had yet to come to a consensus about what the offense could look like with Rodgers behind center. Smith is known for running the ball, while Rodgers prefers an offense where he can plant his feet and sling the ball. Both are searching for a "middle ground," which have prompted Rodgers to bring in the pass catchers for the workout in Malibu. There is still training camp and preseason to iron out the details, but the Steelers need to get to work fast. Pittsburgh lost George Pickens and Najee Harris, but gained Metcalf and Jonnu Smith. They need to create an offense that tailors to Rodgers' strengths, so the team can take a crack at the Super Bowl in the quarterback's final season. Rodgers still has a good shot at leading this offense to new heights. Even under a Jets' shaky offensive line, he delivered 3,8971 yards, 28 touchdowns, and 11 interceptions in 2024. The Steelers have a good offensive line and some playmakers on offense that could propel the team to back-to-back postseason berths. For more on the Steelers and NFL, head to Newsweek Sports.
Yahoo
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Aaron Rodgers announces marriage after signing with Pittsburgh Steelers
(NewsNation) — Aaron Rodgers announced during a Pittsburgh Steelers minicamp on Tuesday that he is now married. But who is the football star married to? After signing a one-year deal with the Pittsburgh Steelers, Rodgers told reporters that he was wearing a wedding ring after being asked. He also said it has 'been a couple of months' since he got married. However, he didn't tell reporters who his new wife is. USA TODAY reported that Rodgers said he was 'in a serious relationship' back in April during an episode of 'The Pat McAfee Show.' 'I'm 41 years old. I'm in a serious relationship. I have off-the-field stuff going on that requires my attention… I have personal commitments I made, not knowing what my future was going to look like after last year, that are important to me,' he said. BTS reunion nearing, almost all members done with military service The last time he mentioned having a girlfriend was on the same show in December 2024. He called her 'Brittani,' saying she spelled her name with an 'I.' It is not clear if this is the same woman that Rodgers is now married to, as the football player didn't reveal his new wife's identity. Rodgers has dated many celebrities in the past, including actress Olivia Munn and NASCAR driver Danica Patrick. He was also briefly engaged to actress Shailene Woodley. In the Netflix series 'Aaron Rodgers: Enigma,' Rodgers spoke about his previous relationships. 'I didn't do myself any favors with some of the girls I dated after that—that were in the public eye,' Rodgers said. He also dated other celebrities, like actress Jessica Szohr in 2011, as well as friends, like Mallory Edens, according to PEOPLE. On Saturday, Rodgers officially signed a one-year, $13.65 million deal with the Pittsburgh Steelers. ESPN reported that Rodgers' deal has a guaranteed $10 million and could be worth up to $19.5 million with the other incentives that were added. Rodgers used to play for the New York Jets, but left the team in February after throwing 3,897 yards and making 28 touchdowns last season. Rodgers has been playing in the NFL for 20 years and has been the NFL MVP four times. He spent most of his career with the Green Bay Packers before spending two seasons with the New York Jets. He had been one of the top quarterbacks in the NFL with the Packers and won Super Bowl XLV against the Steelers in 2011. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
All About Aaron Rodgers' Wife Brittani (Whom He Secretly Wed a Few Months Ago!)
On June 10, Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers revealed that he's married He first shared that he was dating a woman named Brittani in December 2024 Rodgers and Brittani keep their relationship privateAaron Rodgers' wife Brittani is keeping her identity a secret. On June 10, the Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback revealed that he gotten secretly married, telling press that the ceremony was "a couple months" ago. The confirmation came a month after Rodgers was spotted wearing what appeared to be a wedding band at a Kentucky Derby event in May. Rodgers first revealed he had a girlfriend during a December 2024 episode of The Pat McAfee Show. He gave few details about his new partner, Brittani, but shared that she tends to stay out of the spotlight — a stark contrast from many of his past romances. The football player has had several high-profile relationships, including with actresses Shailene Woodley and Olivia Munn, as well as retired NASCAR star Danica Patrick. In his 2024 Netflix docuseries, Aaron Rodgers: Enigma, the football player opened up about how dating celebrities made it "a little bit more difficult" to keep his romantic life private. 'I didn't do myself any favors with some of the girls I dated after that that were in the public eye," he said. "I definitely hated it at first — like, really despised it. I enjoyed my private life." So, who is Aaron Rodgers' wife, Brittani? Here's everything the quarterback has said about their relationship. The NFL player first went public with a new relationship during a December 2024 episode of The Pat McAfee Show, when he casually mentioned his "girlfriend Brittani." Rodgers had been discussing his Christmas shopping habits, explaining that he now orders gifts online rather than going to a mall — which also made for some holiday stress. 'There was one package left for my girlfriend Brittani that hadn't showed up yet,' he said. 'I was waiting on this to show up, it showed up today.' On April 17, a few months after Rodgers revealed his new relationship status, he returned to The Pat McAfee Show and gave a rare update about how his romance with Brittani was going. While discussing being a free agent quarterback at the moment, Rodgers explained that he has other priorities at the forefront. "I'm in a different phase of my life," he said. "I'm 41 years old, I'm in a serious relationship. I have off the field stuff going on that requires my attention." During his December 2024 appearance on The Pat McAfee Show, Rodgers revealed few details about his new girlfriend, but mentioned that Brittani is private. After he first mentioned her name, one of the co-hosts, who appeared caught off guard by Rodger's revelation, jokingly asked, 'Spears?' "Not Britney Spears, no, this is Brittani with an 'i,' " Rodgers clarified, adding that his new girlfriend doesn't watch The Pat McAfee Show and doesn't have social media, but he "thinks" she is a fan of host Pat McAfee. Although Rodgers has been private about his new romance, he has shared some insight into how it's made him feel. After McAfee suggested that Rodgers was "in love" during his December episode, the NFL MVP smiled and replied, "It's a good feeling boys. It is." Rodgers has been open about experiencing mental health struggles over the years, including how he's used psychedelic drugs to help him on his journey to find love. During an August 2022 appearance on the Aubrey Marcus Podcast, Rodgers shared that ayahuasca, a plant-based psychedelic, helped him love himself "unconditionally," which also impacted his relationship with others. "To me, one of the core tenets of your mental health is that self-love," he said. "It's only in that unconditional self-love, that then I'm able to truly be able to unconditionally love others." The NFL player continued, "And what better way to work on my mental health than to have an experience like that?" During a press conference on June 10, Rodgers revealed that he was married after confirming he was wearing "a wedding ring." While he remained tight-lipped on the details of the secret wedding, he said it took place "a couple months" ago. The announcement came nearly one month after Rodgers sparked marriage rumors while wearing a dark-colored band on his ring finger at a Kentucky Derby event. After the outing, fans began speculating online that he had possibly gotten secretly married. "Looks like AR is officially a married man??? Peep the ring on his left ring finger." one user wrote on X. Read the original article on People
Time of India
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
"Hungry for media attention": Aaron Rodgers gets heavily called out by fans for "double standards on privacy" after revealing he is married
Aaron Rodgers recently spoke about his marriage.(Image via Brooke Sutton/Getty) Aaron Rodgers, the NFL veteran, finally put all rumours to rest as he signed a deal with the Pittsburgh Steelers for one year. While Aaron Rodgers signed the deal, many eagle eyed fans spotted a wedding ring on his finger and now, the NFL veteran has confirmed that he has married his long time girlfriend, Brittani. But it seems like Aaron Rodgers' statement has sparked outrage among fans. Aaron Rodgers gets heavily called out for speaking about his wedding in public As soon as Aaron Rodgers' wedding news was out, it went viral but not many fans were happy about the way the NFL veteran spoke about it. A fan took to X and wrote, 'For the guy who hates media attention, he sure does add a lot too it', while another fan wrote, 'Absolute king of doing things "not for attention" for attention.' A third fan wrote, 'Busy doing drugs, marrying someone that will divorce him in 6 months, and going on every podcast imaginable just to have his fragile ego stroked.' Another user posted, 'Good grief. Are we back in high school? "You don't know her ... she's goes to Germantown..."', while a fifth fan joked, 'Already disappointed a whole city with his performance, what's one more person?' Another fan wrote, 'Just "oh yeah by the way" lol Nobody in media cared about this?' Aaron Rodgers had previously spoken about how media attention had caused issues in his previous relationships Aaron Rodgers has been pretty protective about his personal life and even spoke on his Netflix special, Aaron Rodgers: Enigma, about how the media attention on his dating life had affected his high profile relationships previously. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Buy Brass Idols - Handmade Brass Statues for Home & Gifting Luxeartisanship Buy Now Undo Aaron Rodgers also spoke about how he does not have a comfortable relationship with fame on the Netflix documentary. He said, 'I definitely hated it at first — like, really despised it…I enjoyed my private life. I enjoyed being able to go places. But from Super Bowl MVP, MVP, State Farm commercials, that got a little bit more difficult.' A few weeks ago, Aaron Rodgers shocked fans when he appeared on The Pat McAfee Show, where he openly spoke about his dating life. The NFL veteran said, 'I'm in a different phase of my life. I'm 41 years old. I'm in a serious relationship. I have off-the-field stuff going on that requires my attention.' With Aaron Rodgers playing this season for the Pittsburgh Steelers, emotions are on the rise for fans as they are set to watch the NFL veteran perform on the field. Also Read: 'Her emotions were heightened': Taylor Swift leans on Travis Kelce as she publicly distances herself from Blake Lively–Justin Baldoni legal drama
