Aaron Rodgers: Classiest Packer

[Chevelle2]

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3491920



"I just want him to be happy, whatever he does," Rodgers told ESPN The Magazine's Sam Alipour. "If he comes back and plays, [or] stays retired and does charity work, I just want him to be happy. I care about him a lot. He's been good to me. If that means coming back and playing another year or two, as long as he's happy, that's what I want."

[GrnBay007]

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"I just want him to be happy, whatever he does," Rodgers told ESPN The Magazine's Sam Alipour. "If he comes back and plays, [or] stays retired and does charity work, I just want him to be happy. I care about him a lot. He's been good to me. If that means coming back and playing another year or two, as long as he's happy, that's what I want."

WOW!

Does Rodgers like Favre more than the fans? :P


I don't feel I need to sell myself to fans. They need to get on board now or keep their mouths shut

[HarveyWallbangers]

I don't feel I need to sell myself to fans. They need to get on board now or keep their mouths shut

I have ZERO problems with this quote.

[DonHutson]

I don't know if he's the classiest Packer or not, but he's a quick learner regarding dealing with the media.

[Jimx29]

Now if he were to come out and directly ask Brett to come back so he could learn from him another year or two, then...and only then will he be the classiest Packer ever..... 8-)




Oh, and BTW.....I turned off the nitrous hours ago, so yes, I am in control of all my faculties

[Bretsky]

I don't feel I need to sell myself to fans. They need to get on board now or keep their mouths shut

I have ZERO problems with this quote.


Oh Shut Up :lol:

[LL2]

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"I just want him to be happy, whatever he does," Rodgers told ESPN The Magazine's Sam Alipour. "If he comes back and plays, [or] stays retired and does charity work, I just want him to be happy. I care about him a lot. He's been good to me. If that means coming back and playing another year or two, as long as he's happy, that's what I want."

WOW!


Double WOW! Is Rodgers for real. He'd go back to holding a clip board as long as Favre was happy. I wouldn't expect him to say anything rude, but I'd be STFU Favre....I'm the man now. :lol:

[Fritz]

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"I just want him to be happy, whatever he does," Rodgers told ESPN The Magazine's Sam Alipour. "If he comes back and plays, [or] stays retired and does charity work, I just want him to be happy. I care about him a lot. He's been good to me. If that means coming back and playing another year or two, as long as he's happy, that's what I want."

WOW!

Does Rodgers like Favre more than the fans? :P


I don't feel I need to sell myself to fans. They need to get on board now or keep their mouths shut

Cripes, it sounds like a couple that just broke up.

[vince]

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3491920



"I just want him to be happy, whatever he does," Rodgers told ESPN The Magazine's Sam Alipour. "If he comes back and plays, [or] stays retired and does charity work, I just want him to be happy. I care about him a lot. He's been good to me. If that means coming back and playing another year or two, as long as he's happy, that's what I want."

Nice quote. For him to say this indicates that there is absolutely no way whatsoever that Brett Favre will play for the Packers again.

[gbgary]

I don't know if he's the classiest Packer or not, but he's a quick learner regarding dealing with the media.

man you got that right. :D

[motife]

What are the chances of Aaron Rodgers being on the cover of Madden football next year?

[packinpatland]

I don't know if he's the classiest Packer or not, but he's a quick learner regarding dealing with the media.

In a nut shell..

[packers11]

I think this quote is :

1) BULLSHIT

or

2) extremely kind of aaron rodgers.

Hear me out... T.T. could have already told Aaron that no matter what happens, FAVRE WILL NEVER BE BACK AS A STARTER. So Aaron can say all the nice things because he really knows that Brett will never be able to step in his spot again...

Or...

He could just be a really nice guy... :lol:

[Rastak]

What are the chances of Aaron Rodgers being on the cover of Madden football next year?

Slim and none and slim just left town.

[Lurker64]

What are the chances of Aaron Rodgers being on the cover of Madden football next year?

Slim and none and slim just left town.

I don't think anybody is sad about this.

[Harlan Huckleby]

"I just want him to be happy, whatever he does ... I care about him a lot. He's been good to me...."

this sounds like the sort of bullshit I used to say to women.

[SnakeLH2006]

No problem with Rodgers...but he knows he need to keep his mouth shut after SI. Favre will bitchslap him if he says otherwise when he get's into Training Camp. Else his jock strap itches......just saying.... :)

[woodbuck27]

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"I just want him to be happy, whatever he does," Rodgers told ESPN The Magazine's Sam Alipour. "If he comes back and plays, [or] stays retired and does charity work, I just want him to be happy. I care about him a lot. He's been good to me. If that means coming back and playing another year or two, as long as he's happy, that's what I want."

Nice quote. For him to say this indicates that there is absolutely no way whatsoever that Brett Favre will play for the Packers again.

Then is this:

a) CRAP
or
b) A pile of CRAP
or
c) A mixture of horseshit and bullshit
or
d) A pile of horseshit and bullshit

or All of the above

:D

[MadtownPacker]

"I just want him to be happy, whatever he does ... I care about him a lot. He's been good to me...."

this sounds like the sort of bullshit I used to say to women.So you would tell your women friends that you just wanted your ex-man to be happy and that he was good to you?? Sounds about right.

BS or not Rodgers said the right thing and really needs to be left alone about this situation. While heavily affected he is not in the battle and people should remember that no matter how it plays out.

[The Leaper]

I'm not shocked that Rodgers is saying the right things...you know he got his ass chewed out HARD by McCarthy after that SI piece. Badmouthing Packer fans is ridiculous...the fans are going to support Rodgers by and large.

He seems to have learned his lesson, and he's saying all the right things now.

Rodgers +1

[vince]

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"I just want him to be happy, whatever he does," Rodgers told ESPN The Magazine's Sam Alipour. "If he comes back and plays, [or] stays retired and does charity work, I just want him to be happy. I care about him a lot. He's been good to me. If that means coming back and playing another year or two, as long as he's happy, that's what I want."

Nice quote. For him to say this indicates that there is absolutely no way whatsoever that Brett Favre will play for the Packers again.

Then is this:

a) CRAP
or
b) A pile of CRAP
or
c) A mixture of horseshit and bullshit
or
d) A pile of horseshit and bullshit

or All of the above

:D
I'd say it's "All of the above" and I too give him credit for his ability to quickly deflect the media in other directions on this story. He needs to be able to do just that here, and he'll need to continue to do it time and time again as training camp opens.

[Joemailman]

Did Favre call Arod's bluff, or is Arod really cool with Favre maybe coming back?

[Bretsky]

AROD up to this point IMO has been good with the media

But when somebody asks for classiest Packer

Donald Driver jumps out at me; I would not consider AROD in the top group..yet at least

[HarveyWallbangers]

I think all but the most ardent Favre backers can agree that Rodgers has handled this offseason well. Rodgers has nothing to do with the Packers-Favre dispute, so I hope we all can get behind him.

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/trainingcamp08/columns/story?columnist=chadiha_jeffri&id=3508484&lpos=spotlight&lid=tab2pos2


Rodgers unfazed by Favre circus
By Jeffri Chadiha, ESPN.com

GREEN BAY, Wis. -- Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers has been taking the right approach all offseason.

He has given the media vanilla quotes about the ongoing drama between Brett Favre and Packers management. He has stressed that he's focused on playing football instead of wondering about Favre's fate. In the process, Rodgers has shown his teammates he also knows a thing or two about handling the scrutiny that comes with being a starting NFL quarterback.

As much as Favre's saga has dominated the headlines -- and it was once again the hot topic as the Packers opened training camp Monday -- it's easy to overlook the way Rodgers has carried himself. Yes, it's hard to believe Rodgers hasn't paid any attention to this constant controversy, but it's not difficult to believe he sees the value in tuning it all out. Simply put, the guy has a job to do. The more time he spends dwelling on what the team will do with Favre, the less chance he has of performing up to his potential.

That is the important thing to remember here. Whatever happens to Favre once he officially comes out of retirement, there is one fact that will not change in Green Bay: Rodgers is going to be the Packers' starting quarterback. Reports that Favre might show up at training camp later this week won't bother Rodgers.

"I really feel like this is something that is between Brett and the organization," Rodgers said when asked about Favre's possible arrival. "I'm just trying to focus on my preparation and the way that I practice. I can't worry about the things I can't control."

Of course, we've heard those comments from Rodgers so often the past few weeks that it's starting to feel as though he has no other response to offer on the subject. But let's also remember that Rodgers has every reason to feel confident about his job security. Packers general manager Ted Thompson and coach Mike McCarthy have been in his corner since Favre's retirement in March, and they're committed to staying there.

When a reporter asked Thompson about the decision to stick with Rodgers despite the fact that Favre wants to play again, Thompson bluntly said, "We believe this is the path we should be on."

And why shouldn't the Packers think that? They're coming off a 13-3 season, and they're handing the ball to a player who spent three years as Favre's understudy. You'd think Rodgers learned plenty while holding a clipboard, and it's apparent that he also has earned his teammates' respect. Several Packers talked about how well Rodgers interacts with his fellow players, primarily because he has made a point of getting to know them during his time in Green Bay.

Those relationships will come in handy for Rodgers this season. So will his ability to deftly maneuver through the constant media scrutiny he's sure to face. Even as a swarm of reporters hovered around his locker after Monday's practice, Rodgers swaggered into the mass of microphones and television cameras with the confidence of a man who'd just won his first playoff game.

"He's handled all of this like a pro," said Packers wide receiver Greg Jennings. "He hasn't let this be a strain on him at all. His whole attitude is that he's going to get this done, and that says a lot about his mental state. People can say what they want, but it's only a distraction if you let it become one."

That raises another point to be made here: Rodgers knew it wouldn't be easy replacing Favre, regardless of when it happened. In this case, there are just more unpredictable factors involved in the process. What can't be overlooked, however, is whether Rodgers deserved the chance to play. The guy was a first-round pick, for god's sake. The Packers eventually had to determine whether he was their quarterback of the future.

That's why I don't understand why so many skeptics are predicting the Packers' demise now that it's becoming clear that Favre won't be a part of this team. Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers had to wait for two years behind Drew Brees in San Diego and look how that turned out. The Chargers have made two straight playoff appearances; Rivers has played in the Pro Bowl; and nobody is second-guessing the choice today. Now that doesn't mean Rodgers will have similar success. It's just that there's nothing to suggest he can't be the leader that Thompson and McCarthy expect him to become.

Remember, this isn't a team lacking in weapons. The Packers have dynamic receivers, a sturdy offensive line and an aggressive defense, and they should have a content Ryan Grant back in camp once they resolve contract negotiations with the holdout running back. That's a pretty good way for a young quarterback to open his career as a starter.

Rodgers knows this, and so does Packers management.

So don't be surprised if Rodgers continues to look confident and unaffected by all the talk about Favre. As Rodgers said, the Packers "will believe in whoever is under center. And I've earned a lot of respect from running the scout team and working hard over the last three years."

In other words, Rodgers knows he's ready for this long-awaited opportunity. Now that it's finally here, he's not going to ruin it by thinking about the last guy who held the job.

[Bretsky]

yup

AROD is handling the media well and to be honest, he sounds smarter and smoother than the legend he is replacing

[MOBB DEEP]

aaron does appear to be a good cat.......hope that apparent composure transfers to the gridiron tho

[The Shadow]

Very poised for a young guy thrust into a very difficult position.

[boiga]

yup

AROD is handling the media well and to be honest, he sounds smarter and smoother than the legend he is replacing

aaron does appear to be a good cat.......hope that apparent composure transfers to the gridiron tho

Heartfelt agreement on both counts

[GrnBay007]

OK, no disrespect here, but what has Rodgers really had to DEAL with yet? He was given the starting QB position of a winning team. His GM and Head Coach are completely standing behind him 100%.

Lets wait to crown him until we see how he handles himself as a starter, during the season.

[boiga]

No reason to crown him. We can just be glad that he's not acting like a brat like Leinart did last year.

Even if he bombs out in september, we should still be grateful that he didn't start bashing brett to the media, complaining about insufficient coddling etc.

Just like we're grateful to brett for all the great years... even though he is acting like a brat now.

[HarveyWallbangers]

OK, no disrespect here, but what has Rodgers really had to DEAL with yet? He was given the starting QB position of a winning team. His GM and Head Coach are completely standing behind him 100%.

Lets wait to crown him until we see how he handles himself as a starter, during the season.

Who's talking about crowning him? This is more about acknowledging a young man who has handled himself with class--despite being put in a difficult situation. If you can't see the difficult situation that he's been put in, that's on you. Yes, I know that there are worse things to deal with, but you have to feel for the guy. If he were your son, I'm sure you'd be proud of him.

[MOBB DEEP]

the more i think about it, MM must REALLY see sumthn in him. i refuse to believe that it's all pride that has them dissing the best QB of all time 7 months after being the BEST QB IN THE NFC.....