Aaron Jones motivated to carry on his father's legacy Packers running back plans to dedicate the rest of his NFL career to his late father, Alvin Jones Sr. May 26, 2021 at 09:30 AM Wes. : Packers pic.twitter.com/6bZMx9FJb8, The rest of my career is dedicated to my father, Jones said. I have a locker room full of brothers here that are making sure Im ok. Jones is not Rodgers's physician or a member of his health care provider, so there would be no HIPAA violation even ifhe were to disclose Rodgers's vaccination status. Aaron Rodgers isn't a victim of 'woke mob.' Jones scored four touchdowns, three on catches from Rodgers, as the Packers got a much-needed 35-17 win on Monday night. According to a report by Ron Demovsky of ESPN, the Packers' equipment staff have modified Aaron Jones' jersey to include a pocket on the left side that he can place the pendant containing his. Green Bay Packers Packers running back Aaron Jones was asked about quarterback Aaron Rodgers's vaccination status but refused to answer on Wednesday. Four years ago a celebrity website asked him about the relationship between Rodgers and former race car driver Danica Patrick. Aaron Jones was instrumental in the Green Bay Packers' 35-17 Week 2 victory over the Detroit Lions, finding the end zone a jaw-dropping four times during the prime-time contest.The veteran back . The passing game will still have to figure things out if opponents are going to keep playing two-deep zone. Aaron Jones calls reporters sir and maam. Both his parents were in the military and raised him on a foundation of respect. However, the RB was not unhappy about it. He never missed a home or away game during their collegiate careers at the University of Texas-El Paso and kept up the tradition when Jones joined the Packers, often captured on national TV broadcasts celebrating his sons big plays or touchdowns. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. Powered by. He has the best seat in the house.. Alvin Jones Sr., the father of Green Bay Packers running back Aaron Jones and NFL linebacker Alvin Jones Jr., died Tuesday at the age of 57, according to Instagram posts from both of the. My dad and I had talked about that before we went to the 2019 NFL Honors and we got to see that award presented. The running back is leaning on his teammates, but there is one thing he is keeping to himself. Jones is the son of two retired U.S. Army sergeant majors. Aaron Jones is currently at Packers OTAs in Green Bay and met with the media on Tuesday afternoon. Opinion: Aaron Rodgers isn't a victim of 'woke mob.' Hes everything to me, said Jones. The 57-year-old spent his final. Jones, whose father Alvin Sr. died in March of COVID, said this doesn't affect Rodgers' status as a leader of the team and said he didn't view Rodgers' decision not to get vaccinated as a. That was almost not the case though during a September game at the Packers' Lambeau Field in Wisconsin, the ashes were lost after falling off Jones' neck. Photo: Quinn Harris/Getty. Also Check Out: Complete NFL Week 3 TV Schedule, Be the first one to comment on this story. He showed me how a mans supposed to be a man. Here's everything we know, QB Young 5-10 1/8, 204 pounds at NFL combine, Sources: Patriots tell QB Hoyer he's being cut, Horns' Robinson: Versatility worthy of early pick, Jones: Not fixated on Cowboys' drought, just '23, Sources: Raiders plan franchise tag for Jacobs, WR Addison to Steelers' Pickett: 'Come get me', Wolverines' Turner wows with 4.26 40 at combine, Top QB prospect Levis eager to unleash 'cannon', Everything you need to know about Geno Smith's contract negotiations. Green Bay Packers star running back Aaron Jones had a tough 2021, losing his father to the virus that has killed millions around the world. 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Your login session has expired. The Green Bay Packers running back scored four times and propelled his team to a massive 35-17 win. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. El Pasoan Aaron Jones adds pocket on jersey to secure father's ashes during NFL games, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Copyright 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. All rights reserved. (WFRV) Aaron Jones announced on his Instagram account that his father has passed away. "I'm used to turning around and seeing my dad in the stands and just smiling to know everything is OK," Aaron Jones said. "I thought it would be a great way to honor my father," Jones tells PEOPLE. Please logout and login again. But though she plays captivating pop star Daisy Jones in "Daisy Jones & The Six," Keough admitted she wasn't much . USA TODAY Aaron Rodgers' father said Thursday that he is proud of the stance his son has taken on COVID-19 vaccines, despite the widespread criticism it has drawn. He would often times accompany his father to physicaltraining sessions and volunteered at many youth military events and received multiple awards. Jones was referring to theHealth Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996. He's dangerously, and willfully, misinformed. Some nights Im there with them on their couch and different things like that. Packers RB Aaron Jones became the first player to record four touchdowns on Monday Night Football since Marshall Faulk did it against the Buccaneers in 2000. Thats what this game is all about is having your brothers all around you.. In June, the Player's Tribune ran the following homage written by Aaron Jones about his father: Said Jones, who has led the Packers in rushing in each of the past three years. Jones always made a point to find his father in the stands before the game. (WFRV) - Aaron Jones announced on his Instagram account that his father has passed away. The things hes done for me in my life hes been there every step of the way. In August,when asked if he had been vaccinated, Rodgers told reporters, "Yeah, I've been immunized." The star quarterback has tested positive for COVID-19 and has not received the vaccination, perNFL Network's Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo. "That's why I think this [Eterneva] diamond, it'll be even closer to me. Jones added that it was nice to have his brother Alvin in Green Bay for a few weeks while Alvin tried out for the Packers. The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. Aaron Jones' father victim of COVID-19 Alvin Jones, Sr., Aaron's father, died earlier this year, April 6. "I don't think it's a selfish decision," Jones said after earlier declining to say if he knew whether Rodgers had been vaccinated. During Green Bay Packers media availability Tuesday, the Burges and UTEP alum Jones was asked about the Green Bay quarterback Rodgers recent positive COVID-19 test and the revelation that he was not vaccinated after previously saying he was immunized., Jones batted the question away: Thats not for me to say. I just got off the phone with the Jones family. We interviewed our tech expert, Jaime Vazquez, to learn more about accessible smart home devices. "So when I was seeing them, I was good. GREEN BAY, Wis. (WSAW)- April 7th will be a day Aaron Jones will never forget. "Being able to help people find healing, meaning, and even brightness after the loss of a loved one is one of the most remarkable aspects of the Eterneva process.". 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This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Jones spoke beautifully for over four minutes about his father, adding that there are goals for his career only he and his father have discussed. He said the grounds crew was looking for it. Aaron also said to expect some touchdown celebrations in honor of Alvin Sr. this season. Would love your thoughts, please comment. I know hes there; hes got the best seat in the house. "#Packers QB Aaron Rodgers was quoted as saying he's been 'immunized.'. Its something I left with my dad, said Jones. And the truth for me is that Ive had a bigger man to look up to all my life, setting the example, leading the way. Monday night had to be pretty special for Aaron Jones, in a few ways. But they needed to figure those things out without being 0-2 to start the season. Packers trainer Bryan Engel. Alvin Jones died due to complications from COVID-19 in April. 1998 - 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. | All Rights Reserved. I found a long term immunization protocol to protect myself & I'm very proud of the research that went into that" ~@AaronRodgers12#PatMcAfeeShowLIVE pic.twitter.com/FDMmI5rZmO. Copyright 2021 WSAW. Aaron Jones had a monstrous Monday Night Football game against the Detroit Lions.
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