Aaron Rodgers calls out Tom Brady during Pat McAfee Show appearance
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 9:30 AM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
Aaron Rodgers returned to the Pat McAfee Show, asserting that the 2026 season will be his last, marking his exit from football after 22 seasons. During the show, Rodgers criticized Tom Brady for attending summer parties, indicating a stark contrast between their post-retirement choices. He expressed a determination to retreat from the public eye, asserting that he would not seek out events like Brady has. The discussion also involved Rodgers addressing ESPN's coverage of the offseason's controversies surrounding other NFL figures. He remains focused on leaving the game with a strong final season.
- •Rodgers confirms the 2026 season is his final year in the NFL.
- •He criticizes Brady’s public appearances since retirement.
- •Rodgers vows to step out of the limelight post-career.
- •Show featured discussions on ESPN's offseason coverage.
- •This marks Rodgers' return to the Pat McAfee Show.
- 9:30 AMYahoo Sports — Aaron Rodgers aims subtle dig at ‘weird’ Tom Brady during explosive Pat McAfee Show
"Aaron Rodgers’ return to the Pat McAfee show was one to remember as the 41-year-old quarterback admitted he no longer cared as he heads into his final season. There were a number of famous faces who received backlash from the Pittsburgh Steelers QB as he emerged from his offseason escape.
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