According to CNBC, the National Football League fined Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers for breaking Covid rules.

NFL announced that it had concluded its investigation on Tuesday night and informed the Packers about its $300,000. Rodgers was given a $14,650 fine for being present at a party without having been vaccinated. A month ago, Rodgers received a $14,650 fine for participating in a party without being vaccinated. video circulatedRodgers and his teammates in a party for Halloween without wearing a mask.

The party was attended by Packers outlaw Allen Lazard, who was also given a $14650 penalty. Additionally, future Covid violations may result in the Packers losing draft picks.

Rodgers, aged 37, came under fire last week for not being vaccinated. He also tested positive for Covid, despite having stated to reporters that he was “immunized” last August. In less than one week, he spoke twice to Pat McAfee to talk about the criticisms and to dispel the idea that he had misled the public.

Rodgers stated Tuesday, “I made some remarks that people might have thought were misleading.” Rodgers said that he takes full responsibility to anyone who was misled by these comments.

Rodgers stated: “I stand by what I said, and the reasons I made that decision.” [not to get vaccinated]. He said, “But in end,” that he believed that “I must remain true to my identity and to what I believe.” “I stand by the words I have said.”

Rodgers said that Rodgers “didn’t lie” in his initial press conference, when he stated that he was immunized. He said that the NFL’s Covid protocols, which he later called “a witch hunt”, were not legitimate.

Rodgers stated that the Packers were aware of Rodgers’ status and that he followed Covid NFL rules for non-vaccinated players. He didn’t use a mask when speaking to vaccinated journalists, which he claimed didn’t make any sense.

Rodgers explained that Moderna and Pfizer vaccines were not available to him because he was allergic to certain ingredients. Rodgers said he wasn’t an anti-vax, flat earther. He also called himself a “critical thinker” and referenced a Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. quotation when defending the vaccination position.

Rodgers claimed that he had submitted 500 pages worth of research, used unapproved medication and never got NFL approval about his vaccination status. Therefore, Rodgers was not vaccinated by the league.

Rodgers claimed last week that his desire to immunize him was motivated by what is best for me. Rodgers also mentioned that he had taken ivermectin, which has been falsely linked with Covid therapies.

According to Food and Drug AdministrationIvermectin can be used to control parasitic worms, both in animals and humans. It is not recommended that ivermectin be used to prevent or treat Covid.

However, his sponsors responded in a different way to him despite his stance on vaccinations.

State Farm supported Rodgers by airing ads featuring Rodgers last Saturday during NFL game.

CNBC then heard from the company, “It wouldn’t be inappropriate for us comment on Aaron’s vaccine status.” State Farm however changed their stance on Monday.

State Farm stated in a statement that Aaron Rodgers was a strong ambassador for our company during the last decade. We don’t agree with some of his statements, but we recognize his freedom to express his opinions. Customers, employees, agents, and brand ambassadors are all individuals with different views on many topics. State Farm exists to make communities safer and stronger. We encourage the use of vaccinations but we respect each person’s decision based on their individual circumstances.

Prevea Health (a Wisconsin-based health care provider) was established one day after Rodgers made his comments. ended its deal With the NFL quarterback. They had been involved in a sponsorship arrangement since 2012. According to a report, Rodgers received $9 million total in endorsements. Forbes

According to a survey by research companies, Morning ConsultFrom 41% of Americans last December, Rodgers received 30% less favorable opinions. Polled adults also preferred a negative view of brands associated with endorsers who lie about vaccine status.

Rodgers might be allowed to make a comeback for the Packers’ Week 10 contest against the Seattle Seahawks.

In Week 9, the Packers were defeated by the Kansas City Chiefs 13-7. The Packers’ quarterback Jordan Love completed the game with 19 of 34 passes for 190 yards and a touchdown.

Rodgers stated, “I am proud of Jordan’s fight,”