Aaron Rodgers, during his time with the Green Bay Packers in 2021, claimed he was 'immunized' but later tested positive for COVID-19, resulting in a 10-day sidelining.

This misleading statement led to significant criticism for his lack of transparency regarding his vaccination status.

In his upcoming unauthorized biography, 'Out of the Darkness: The Mystery of Aaron Rodgers,' he expresses regret for his choice of words and admits he should have handled the situation differently.

Rodgers stated, 'If there's one thing I wish could have gone different, it's that, because that's the only thing [critics] could hit me with.'

He reflects that he wishes he had directly stated his allergy to polyethylene glycol, an ingredient in the Moderna and Pfizer vaccines, instead of claiming to be 'immunized.'

Rodgers also expressed concerns about adverse reactions to the Johnson & Johnson vaccine, believing he has an allergy to one of its components.

Despite his claims, the NFL denied his appeal to be classified as 'vaccinated' based on his homeopathic treatment regimen.

Initially, he told reporters he was 'immunized,' which many interpreted as being vaccinated, but he later clarified his true stance in the biography.

The NFL did not mandate vaccinations but imposed strict rules for unvaccinated players, including masking and testing.

Despite the controversy surrounding his vaccination status, Rodgers won his second consecutive NFL MVP award and fourth overall with the Packers before being traded to the Jets in 2023.

The biography includes insights from interviews with 250 individuals and covers various aspects of Rodgers' life, including his recovery from a torn Achilles tendon and family estrangement.

Ian O'Connor's book is set to be released next week and promises to provide a deep dive into Rodgers' personal and professional life.