“Fu*k it!” Aaron Rodgers once told Bill Maher he never wants to be on Hard Knocks as the NFL announced the New York Jets will be part of it in 2023

The NFL has announced that the New York Jets will be featured on this year’s season of Hard Knocks. While fans are excited, players have mixed opinions due to the potential distractions from constant camera coverage. Notably, Aaron Rodgers has previously expressed his desire to avoid being on the show. The selection of the Jets adds anticipation as fans anticipate behind-the-scenes access and intriguing storylines while players navigate the balance between exposure and staying focused on the game.

Rodgers, last year when he was still a Packer, appeared on the Bill Maher-hosted Club Random Podcast. The two conversed casually about various subjects when Maher brought up Hard Knocks. He asked Rodgers his opinion about the show and if he would ever be on it.

“I love HBO, but it’s kind of the same show (Hard Kocks) every year,” Maher said to Rodgers, implying that nothing new happens as the tension in every camp in the offseason is the same.

Rodgers joined in, saying that Hard Knocks follows the same storyline every year. He explained that every time “this guy is interesting, this guy is over the top, and he had a rough time.” 

Rodgers raised a valid concern about the heightened expectations and scrutiny that certain players face when being featured on Hard Knocks. In a candid moment, he expressed his reluctance to have cameras interfering with his training, stating, “Fu*k it.” When asked if he would veto the opportunity to be on the show, Rodgers responded with a yes.

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Whether Aaron Rodgers likes it or not, he and the New York Jets will be on Hard Knocks

Despite his preference for minimal attention in the locker room, Aaron Rodgers finds himself having to endure it as the NFL recently unveiled that the New York Jets will be the featured team on the 2023 edition of Hard Knocks.

In a conversation with CBS, Rodgers shared his thoughts on the show, highlighting his appreciation solely for the narration provided by Hollywood actor Liev Schreiber.

The NFL’s decision to select the New York Jets over other potential candidates, such as the Washington Commanders, can be attributed to the intrigue surrounding Aaron Rodgers’ presence at a new franchise and how he adapts to the change of scenery. Fans are eager to gain insights into how a Super Bowl-winning quarterback prepares and trains.

The landscape of reality TV is fueled by hot takes, controversies, and the constant drive to attract higher ratings. The competitive nature of networks also plays a significant role in pushing these shows forward. In this context, it would be unwise to disregard the potential influence of Netflix’s new miniseries, “Quarterback,” on the decision-making process.

The recent controversies involving Aaron Rodgers are expected to receive considerable attention and highlight on Hard Knocks. Notably, Rodgers’ attendance at the Denver Psychelics Conference, where he disclosed his use of ayahuasca, is likely to be a significant focus of the show.

Despite Robert Saleh’s initial reluctance, the Jets’ inclusion in Hard Knocks is deemed significant in the team’s recent history. However, they should approach it with caution, considering the historical trend that no team featured on the show since 2001 has advanced beyond the playoffs or wild cards in that particular year.

The Jets themselves experienced this in 2010 when they were featured on the show and ultimately fell short in the conference championship.

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