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Aaron Rodgers reacts to kid claiming QB almost hit him at American Century Championship: ‘Almost doesn’t count’
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Aaron Rodgers is taking on all-comers at the American Century Championship, an annual celebrity golf tournament. After a child spectator was nearly hit by Rodgers’ ball at the event, he let the Steelers’ QB know, shouting, “You almost hit me, Aaron Rodgers.” Rodgers didn’t hesitate to respond.

“Almost doesn’t count.”

Despite nearly hitting a kid in the crowd, Rodgers is holding his own on the golf course. As of this report, he is in the Top 15 at the event, which has 90 competitors — most of whom are athletes.

Of course, it shouldn’t be any surprise to see Rodgers finding success on the links. In 2023, Rodgers won the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro Am. He’s also competed in The Match twice.

His first appearance in the beloved golf outing was in 2021, when he and Bryson DeChambeau teamed up against Phil Mickelson and Tom Brady. Rodgers and DeChambeau pulled out a narrow victory.

Rodgers returned to The Match for its sixth edition. In a twist of fate, he teamed up with Tom Brady and squared off against fellow quarterback Josh Allen and Patrick Mahomes. As usual, Rodgers emerged victorious.

Now, Rodgers will look to pick up some wins on the gridiron. On June 6, Rodgers agreed to a one-year, $13.65 million contract with the Pittsburgh Steelers.

He spent the previous two seasons with the New York Jets. Rodgers tore his Achilles tendon in his debut appearance with the Jets in 2023. After rehabbing all offseason and returning in 2024, Rodgers threw for 3,897 yards and 28 touchdowns, compared to 11 interceptions.

Fans should soak in Aaron Rodgers’ time on the field while they still can. During an appearance on The Pat McAfee Show in June, Rodgers suggested that the upcoming season will be his last.

“Yeah, I’m pretty sure this is it,” Rodgers said. “You know, that’s why we just did a one year deal. The Steelers didn’t need to, you know, put any extra years on that or anything. So, you know, this was really about finishing with a lot of love and fun and peace for the career that I’ve had. 

“I mean, I played 20 freaking years. It’s been long, a long run, and I’ve enjoyed it. And what better place to finish than in one of the cornerstone franchises of the NFL, with Mike Tomlin and great group of leadership and great guys in the city that you know expects, expects you to win.”

This article first appeared on 5 GOATs and was syndicated with permission.

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