SUMMARY
- Former NFL punter turned TV host, Pat McAfee, discusses the controversial comments made by Aaron Rodgers about Jimmy Kimmel on his show.
- Pat McAfee tries to make amends by acknowledging the seriousness of the allegations and apologizing for being a part of the controversy.
The former NFL punter, who has now switched his profession to a TV host, Pat McAfee, addresses the feud between Aaron Rodgers and Jimmy Kimmel. The quarterback made some bizarre comments about Kimmel at the Pat McAfee show. His reckless comment about Kimmel’s name being present on Epstein’s list brought in a lot of a ruckus in the comedian’s life.
Pat McAfee who hosted this controversial episode, tries to break the ice between the two. Kimmel threatened Rodgers with filing a lawsuit against him. Kimmel is enraged at Rodgers as he later declared Kimmel’s association with the s*x offender, Jefferey Epstein. Consequently, he reported that his family has also received threats. McAfee then tried to make amends at the beginning of his next episode.
“I can see exactly why Jimmy Kimmel felt the way he felt, especially with his position. But I think Aaron was just trying to talk shit.”
Pat McAfee opens his show by responding to the fallout and threats of legal action coming out of his Tuesday interview with Aaron Rodgers pic.twitter.com/UCv1yAp62Z
— Awful Announcing (@awfulannouncing) January 3, 2024
Pat McAfee said that Aaron Rodgers’ comments included “probably” and just a “shit talk joke.” He also understands the position of Kimmel, as he has been accused of serious charges. He said that his show’s format is open. This gives the leeway to the guests to make some comments that turn into headlines or can be potential lawsuits.
After Rodgers’ insinuations, McAfee at his show said, “Some things, obviously, people get very pissed off about, especially when they’re that serious of allegations.” To cool the buzz he also added, “we apologize for being a part of it….Hopefully those two will just be able to settle this — not court-wise, but be able to chitchat and move along.” Kimmel did not take Rodgers’ implications in light air.
Jimmy Kimmel threatens Aaron Rodgers with a lawsuit
Aaron Rodgers had jokingly implied that Jimmy Kimmel might be on Epstein’s list, which is yet to be released. He very lightly said that there are many “including Jimmy Kimmel, who is hoping that list doesn’t come out.” This must be in reciprocation that Jimmy Kimmel made of him, in his March episode with the player. Kimmel rightfully took offense at Rodger’s allegations.
Jimmy said that his family now is receiving threats. He took to his media account and said, “Dear A*shole: for the record, I’ve not met, flown with, visited, or had any contact whatsoever with Epstein. Additionally, he also clearly stated that “nor will you find my name on any ‘list’ ……”
Dear Aasshole: for the record, I’ve not met, flown with, visited, or had any contact whatsoever with Epstein, nor will you find my name on any “list” other than the clearly-phony nonsense that soft-brained wackos like yourself can’t seem to distinguish from reality. Your reckless… https://t.co/p8eug12uiS
— Jimmy Kimmel (@jimmykimmel) January 2, 2024
He also said that he is about to file a lawsuit against Rodgers. Feuds between the New York Jets Quarterback and Kimmel date back to Covid vaccination. The comedian didn’t laugh at the jab taken against him by Rodgers. In fact, Aaron might have to face harsh repercussions.
The Pat McAfee show has raised quite a few brows in the town. Moreover, the fans are now eagerly awaiting the release of Epstein’s list. Further, Aaron Rodgers has not yet buried hatchets with Jimmy Kimmel and the fight continues.