Aaron Rodgers Asserts Misinterpretation of Kimmel-Epstein Comments

The NFL star emphasizes his remarks were taken out of context, sparking a media controversy and leading to public apologies from ESPN and Pat McAfee.

Aaron Rodgers clarifies his comments about Jimmy Kimmel and Jeffrey Epstein were taken out of context during appearances on Joe Rogan's podcast.
Rodgers emphasized he never implied Kimmel was on Epstein's list, criticizing the media for misinterpretation based on a headline.
The controversy began after Rodgers joked on 'The Pat McAfee Show' about Kimmel hoping Epstein's client list wouldn't be released, leading to backlash and threats of legal action from Kimmel.
ESPN and Pat McAfee issued apologies for Rodgers' comments, which were deemed 'dumb and factually inaccurate' by ESPN executives.
Rodgers also discussed broader issues of media misrepresentation and the importance of speaking up against corruption on Joe Rogan's podcast.