Rodgers for Vice President?

[Heyjoe4]

2 Debate Answers to that:

"It was a great CCG, a bigly one, we won. I won it better than anyone. Many tell me I am the greatest CCG guy that they have ever seen. I was so great that nobody understood how I did it. I just can't believe that the other team stole all those points, while the fans were sleeping and declared the winners."

"CCG? Man, we beat Medicaid that day!"

Ouch, but spot on. And I think it was "We beat Medicare" but that makes it no less inscrutable. Well, at least many people have said that.

 

[OldSchool101]

Americans are, for the most part, unengaged and ungrateful. This year especially, it's gonna be expensive to be uninformed.

It’s already there. Might just piggyback and say exponentially expensive. Although Aaron could run on the RELAX slogan. Either that or reformat it.
XLAX. We won’t drain the swamp, we’ll flush them out!

 

[Heyjoe4]

It’s already there. Might just piggyback and say exponentially expensive. Although Aaron could run on the RELAX slogan. Either that or reformat it.
XLAX. We won’t drain the swamp, we’ll flush them out!

I like the R-E-L-A-X slogan idea! Rodgers should patent it and sell it to RFK Jr. Well, he's probably done that already.

 

[rmontro]

Although Aaron could run on the RELAX slogan.

It certainly seems to go along with his offseason preparation style.

 

[Heyjoe4]

It certainly seems to go along with his offseason preparation style.

Ironic, well hypocritical. He didn't want any non-football distractions in the building, and then he becomes one. The NYC sports press will be all over him whenever he gets back. If he ever shows up, that is. I'm starting to wonder about that.

 

[Thirteen Below]

Well, he's back.

From Egypt.

That's right, the hypocritical narcissist was in freakin' Egypt. For some sort of critical prior 3-week commitment that he couldn't get out of.

Aaron Rodgers is 'BACK on US soil after 'unexcused' trip angered Jets

Rodgers, 40, did not show for all three days of the Jets' minicamp earlier this month, with the Hall of Fame quarterback facing over $100,000 in fines after his absence was not approved.

www.dailymail.co.uk

A year ago, he couldn't decide whether to retire or sign with the Jets. Apparently he figured out a way to do both.

 

[Heyjoe4]

Well, he's back.

From Egypt.

That's right, the hypocritical narcissist was in freakin' Egypt. For some sort of critical prior 3-week commitment that he couldn't get out of.

Aaron Rodgers is 'BACK on US soil after 'unexcused' trip angered Jets

Rodgers, 40, did not show for all three days of the Jets' minicamp earlier this month, with the Hall of Fame quarterback facing over $100,000 in fines after his absence was not approved.

www.dailymail.co.uk

A year ago, he couldn't decide whether to retire or sign with the Jets. Apparently he figured out a way to do both.

That's a great closing line 13. I gotta believe the NYC press is gonna make his life hell when TC starts.

He's a hypocrite as LTF aptly describes. He's also become a caricature of himself. A joke. I really wonder if he'll retire now that he doesn't have to worry about sharing a HOF induction with Brady.

 

[Pokerbrat2000]

All that seems to matter to Rodgers is Rodgers. I think he loves the attention, even if it is mostly negative attention these days. He bathed in all the positive attention for the first several months, after his trade to the Jets. He acted like he had turned over a new leaf and being the best teammate he could be, was his #1 goal.

When was the last time that Rodgers actually did something amazing? His last 300+ yard game was on Dec. 12. 2021 against the pathetic Bears (4-9 at the time) in Green Bay.

 

[Heyjoe4]

All that seems to matter to Rodgers is Rodgers. I think he loves the attention, even if it is mostly negative attention these days. He bathed in all the positive attention for the first several months, after his trade to the Jets. He acted like he had turned over a new leaf and being the best teammate he could be, was his #1 goal.

When was the last time that Rodgers actually did something amazing? His last 300+ yard game was on Dec. 12. 2021 against the pathetic Bears (4-9 at the time) in Green Bay.

I'll be surprised if he plays well this year, well, if he plays at all. What surprises me is how little thought he's put into life after football. (Well maybe he has. I don't know.) He botched the attempt at broadcasting with his insufferable performance on Jeopardy.

Then again, he might not care. It's not like he's ever gonna need a job. But damn, that seems like a lonely existence. I would imagine it's hard to insist on always being right, always thinking you're the smartest guy in the room.

 

[Thirteen Below]

Then again, he might not care. It's not like he's ever gonna need a job. But damn, that seems like a lonely existence. I would imagine it's hard to insist on always being right, always thinking you're the smartest guy in the room.

Oh, I think he's going to care. A great deal. Even if he doesn't need a job for the money, he's going to desperately need the visibility of some high profile job where people look up to him.

But I'll be damned if I can guess what it will be, because from what I see, the only people who can put up with him are people who appreciate a well-thrown football. Once he's no longer any good for throwing footballs, I don't know how many people are going to want to be around him on a regular basis.

I don't want to get all Freudian, but I think the guy had a messed up childhood. He's been estranged from his family for 10 years, over issues going back to his childhood. His family was deeply religious, and he was extremely competitive with his younger brother - who apparently encouraged it. That's probably where his competiveness and ths chip on his shoulder came from; he's still obsessed with proving that mom and dad love him best.

 

[rmontro]

All that seems to matter to Rodgers is Rodgers. I think he loves the attention, even if it is mostly negative attention these days. He bathed in all the positive attention for the first several months, after his trade to the Jets. He acted like he had turned over a new leaf and being the best teammate he could be, was his #1 goal.

Maybe that injury and all that time it freed up spoiled him. I remember I never thought about retirement until I had some time off work for a minor surgery. After that I was obsessed with planning for an early retirement. But I do think Rodgers cares, he's obviously a very competitive guy. He just wants to care on his terms, and thinks he's entitled to that after all he's done.

 

[Heyjoe4]

Oh, I think he's going to care. A great deal. Even if he doesn't need a job for the money, he's going to desperately need the visibility of some high profile job where people look up to him.

But I'll be damned if I can guess what it will be, because from what I see, the only people who can put up with him are people who appreciate a well-thrown football. Once he's no longer any good for throwing footballs, I don't know how many people are going to want to be around him on a regular basis.

I don't want to get all Freudian, but I think the guy had a messed up childhood. He's been estranged from his family for 10 years, over issues going back to his childhood. His family was deeply religious, and he was extremely competitive with his younger brother - who apparently encouraged it. That's probably where his competiveness and ths chip on his shoulder came from; he's still obsessed with proving that mom and dad love him best.

Yeah you're probably right. I'm no psychologist either, but there must be something behind a good-looking 30 something multi-millionaire NFL superstar who is not married. Seems he can't stay in a relationship.

And yes, he craves attention. Once he retires though, that will be much harder to come by. Oh well, I guess I'm just glad he's gone. I don't have any bad wishes for him. There's just something off about the guy.

 

[Heyjoe4]

Maybe that injury and all that time it freed up spoiled him. I remember I never thought about retirement until I had some time off work for a minor surgery. After that I was obsessed with planning for an early retirement. But I do think Rodgers cares, he's obviously a very competitive guy. He just wants to care on his terms, and thinks he's entitled to that after all he's done.

Hmmm, good point. He has always acted like the world owes him a favor - entitled. Strange dude for sure.

 

[Thirteen Below]

I don't have any bad wishes for him. There's just something off about the guy.

Exactly how I feel. I know it sometimes sounds as though I really dislike him, but I honestly don't. In fact, in a way, I do find him kinda likable in a goofy way. I don't think ghe's a bad person, just... as you say... somethin' ain't right.

I often think that most of us had one or two people in our friend groups back in high school or college who was sorta of like that - a guy who had a lot of common interests, and everyone got along with OK, but nobody ever really got close to. The guy who was always there when the rest of us were doing something, but nobody ever remembered specifically inviting him. Rodgers reminds me of that guy.

 

[Heyjoe4]

Exactly how I feel. I know it sometimes sounds as though I really dislike him, but I honestly don't. In fact, in a way, I do find him kinda likable in a goofy way. I don't think ghe's a bad person, just... as you say... somethin' ain't right.

I often think that most of us had one or two people in our friend groups back in high school or college who was sorta of like that - a guy who had a lot of common interests, and everyone got along with OK, but nobody ever really got close to. The guy who was always there when the rest of us were doing something, but nobody ever remembered specifically inviting him. Rodgers reminds me of that guy.

Well said. And to the extent that I can feel sorry for an arrogant, multi-millionaire, I do feel sorry for him. You're right, we all probably know someone like that, usually a guy, who was around but just didn't fit in, no close friends. His arrogance is off-putting, but it may hide something we can't see. That said, the guy gave us many years and reasons to tune in and watch the Packers.

I know a guy like that now, not an athlete. A smart guy by all accounts with an MBA from the U of Chicago, a high-end B school. He's friendly enough, but swears the moon landing was faked and the covid vaccine is some kind of deep state control play. He's not arrogant, but he seems not to care how his actions impact others. I guess sociopath-lite would describe him. But he coaches his daughter's sports teams and seems fine. But like Rodgers, something is just off.

 

[Pokerbrat2000]

Kudos to Aaron! Doing some good things.

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[weeds]

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He did this once before when his hometown was jeopardized didn't he?

 

[Thirteen Below]

That said, the guy gave us many years and reasons to tune in and watch the Packers.

He did indeed, and for that I'll always be grateful to the man. And respect the hell out of him in that light, because he worked inhumanly hard for many years to make himself that good. Like I said, I don't dislike the guy, but there are a lot of athletes I really can't stand, and even those guys I still respect and admire them greatly for how hard they worked to take their natural talent and become one of the best in the world at what they do.

And Rodgers made hundreds Sunday afternoons and Monday and Thursday nights very, very special for me. I'll always be glad he was a Packer.

A smart guy by all accounts with an MBA from the U of Chicago, a high-end B school. He's friendly enough, but swears the moon landing was faked and the covid vaccine is some kind of deep state control play. He's not arrogant, but he seems not to care how his actions impact others. I guess sociopath-lite would describe him.

I blame the internet.

Guys our age, we remember that for most of our lives, it was pretty rare to run across people who thought weird things. Now, they're everywhere. I think it's largely because back then, people who were a little off like that were smart enough to realize they were better off keeping it to themselves.

But now, every time they log onto the internet, they see hundreds of people just like them, and they say, "Hey, maybe I'm not so off the wall after all." It makes them bolder, and they speak out. They've found a community where they feel at home.

I think I liked it better the other way.

 

[OldSchool101]

He did indeed, and for that I'll always be grateful to the man. And respect the hell out of him in that light, because he worked inhumanly hard for many years to make himself that good. Like I said, I don't dislike the guy, but there are a lot of athletes I really can't stand, and even those guys I still respect and admire them greatly for how hard they worked to take their natural talent and become one of the best in the world at what they do.

And Rodgers made hundreds Sunday afternoons and Monday and Thursday nights very, very special for me. I'll always be glad he was a Packer.



I blame the internet.

Guys our age, we remember that for most of our lives, it was pretty rare to run across people who thought weird things. Now, they're everywhere. I think it's largely because back then, people who were a little off like that were smart enough to realize they were better off keeping it to themselves.

But now, every time they log onto the internet, they see hundreds of people just like them, and they say, "Hey, maybe I'm not so off the wall after all." It makes them bolder, and they speak out. They've found a community where they feel at home.

I think I liked it better the other way.

Amen. There’s a hidden enemy, it’s always been obvious to me because I wrestle with him and I’m well aware of his tactics. The biggest disadvantage is NOT knowing or believing we have an adversary. I watch that happen to so many good people and it doesn’t end well. Not believing we have an enemy makes us silly puddy for our adversary because it often leads to discouragement (his #1 tool)
Know your enemy and his tactics. I’ve learned the hard way in my own life, knowing his tactics is half of overcoming the battle.

I’m happy for Aaron although I wish he’d do it silently so our Heavenly Father could pay him back 7 fold

 

[weeds]

He did indeed, and for that I'll always be grateful to the man. And respect the hell out of him in that light, because he worked inhumanly hard for many years to make himself that good. Like I said, I don't dislike the guy, but there are a lot of athletes I really can't stand, and even those guys I still respect and admire them greatly for how hard they worked to take their natural talent and become one of the best in the world at what they do.

And Rodgers made hundreds Sunday afternoons and Monday and Thursday nights very, very special for me. I'll always be glad he was a Packer.



I blame the internet.

Guys our age, we remember that for most of our lives, it was pretty rare to run across people who thought weird things. Now, they're everywhere. I think it's largely because back then, people who were a little off like that were smart enough to realize they were better off keeping it to themselves.

But now, every time they log onto the internet, they see hundreds of people just like them, and they say, "Hey, maybe I'm not so off the wall after all." It makes them bolder, and they speak out. They've found a community where they feel at home.

I think I liked it better the other way.

Oh my God, yes - you belted that one out of the park. Then, to the advent of the internet, add nearly every social media site (excepting this one, of course) and the fact that every purveyor of alternative truth has a "podcast" AND the fact that critical thinking is no longer encouraged in schools, nor so much as tolerated over the last few decades. I'm not talking full blown skepticism, I'm talking about the simple ability to recognize crap when you hear it. Unfortunately, a lot of this 'crap' is bottled and sold as fertilizer to an unsuspecting audience who laps it up with a naive "I .... DID ... NOT ... KNOW ... THAT...!", and suddenly, a fractured notion becomes plausible.

I used to have fun with my college professors as a 21-year-old non-traditional student. A good number of these people were literally provoking kids to speak up, to challenge them - few did even back in the very early 80's. The profs I had loved it when I'd start the next class with a request to further discuss what was presented in the last class session. (Yeah, I was THAT guy) ... "Dr. Suchandsuch, I'm admittedly just a hick farmboy but I have some questions regarding what was presented on Monday." Challenging anybody now is an affront. Is "disrespecting" the presenter - I don't think so. I'm never in a hurry to criticize the supposed 'main stream media' neither. The people playing that card are usually trying to sell you their own bill of goods.

Ok... enough of this ... I have to take the dog out for a poop walk.

 

[Heyjoe4]

He did indeed, and for that I'll always be grateful to the man. And respect the hell out of him in that light, because he worked inhumanly hard for many years to make himself that good. Like I said, I don't dislike the guy, but there are a lot of athletes I really can't stand, and even those guys I still respect and admire them greatly for how hard they worked to take their natural talent and become one of the best in the world at what they do.

And Rodgers made hundreds Sunday afternoons and Monday and Thursday nights very, very special for me. I'll always be glad he was a Packer.



I blame the internet.

Guys our age, we remember that for most of our lives, it was pretty rare to run across people who thought weird things. Now, they're everywhere. I think it's largely because back then, people who were a little off like that were smart enough to realize they were better off keeping it to themselves.

But now, every time they log onto the internet, they see hundreds of people just like them, and they say, "Hey, maybe I'm not so off the wall after all." It makes them bolder, and they speak out. They've found a community where they feel at home.

I think I liked it better the other way.

Yeah you make a good point - Rodgers had a lot of talent but he also worked very, very hard to become the best at what he did. We've probably all had to work with people who didn't give a damn, and there are people who go through life like that. Guys like Rodgers don't need inspiration - they just show up and work.

And I think you're right about the internet and instant access to information - the good and the bad - and how people feel ok to espouse nonsense. There is that saying - "if it's on the internet it must be true." And it's going to get exponentially worse with AI. I'm kinda glad I'm not growing up in this age. That may sound like the complaint of an old man, and maybe it is.

 

[Heyjoe4]

Oh my God, yes - you belted that one out of the park. Then, to the advent of the internet, add nearly every social media site (excepting this one, of course) and the fact that every purveyor of alternative truth has a "podcast" AND the fact that critical thinking is no longer encouraged in schools, nor so much as tolerated over the last few decades. I'm not talking full blown skepticism, I'm talking about the simple ability to recognize crap when you hear it. Unfortunately, a lot of this 'crap' is bottled and sold as fertilizer to an unsuspecting audience who laps it up with a naive "I .... DID ... NOT ... KNOW ... THAT...!", and suddenly, a fractured notion becomes plausible.

I used to have fun with my college professors as a 21-year-old non-traditional student. A good number of these people were literally provoking kids to speak up, to challenge them - few did even back in the very early 80's. The profs I had loved it when I'd start the next class with a request to further discuss what was presented in the last class session. (Yeah, I was THAT guy) ... "Dr. Suchandsuch, I'm admittedly just a hick farmboy but I have some questions regarding what was presented on Monday." Challenging anybody now is an affront. Is "disrespecting" the presenter - I don't think so. I'm never in a hurry to criticize the supposed 'main stream media' neither. The people playing that card are usually trying to sell you their own bill of goods.

Ok... enough of this ... I have to take the dog out for a poop walk.

Yeah critical thinking has kind of disappeared. And you don't say it, but I'm betting you're the kind of guy who would welcome a challenge, and change your point of view as needed. Just a guess.

 

[Poppa San]

Yeah critical thinking has kind of disappeared. And you don't say it, but I'm betting you're the kind of guy who would welcome a challenge, and change your point of view as needed. Just a guess.

I know the people from his home town (sleep with one nightly) and I'm considering taking you up on that bet.

 

[Heyjoe4]

I know the people from his home town (sleep with one nightly) and I'm considering taking you up on that bet.

The Town Where Everyone is Right All the Time?

 

[Pokerbrat2000]

I’m happy for Aaron although I wish he’d do it silently

Who said he didn't try to do just that? In a situation like this, I think putting his name out there the North Valley Community Foundation’s Wildfire Relief and Recovery Fund raise more money. Basically, "if Aaron is giving, I am going to as well."

I understand a lot of peoples motivation for "giving" can be flipped and labeled "self-promoting tax strategy", but I don't feel that way about this donation.

He released a simple statement, never mentioned the money.

“With the help of my friends at the North Valley Community Foundation, I will always be committed to helping my beloved Northern California home areas. My heart goes out to the families and communities affected, and we will be deploying funds immediately to help those in need.”

Unfortunately, a lot of this 'crap' is bottled and sold as fertilizer to an unsuspecting audience

Spot on! How do you get rich on the internet? "Disinformation". Pitch it to an audience that is starving for it and you got yourself a job! Ask Alex Jones, Rudy G, Mike Lindell, etc.

When you confront some of the conspiracy theorists with facts, their first response is "Fake News". Ummm, really? I guess I trust several News Sources, photos, video, eye witness reports, etc. than some ******* crackpot saying "Nobody was killed, it was a hoax!"