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- Full name: Aaron Charles RodgersNFL.com: Aaron Rodgers
- Born: December 2, 1983NFL.com: Aaron Rodgers
- Birthplace: Chico, CaliforniaNFL.com: Aaron Rodgers
- Height: 6'2"NFL.com: Aaron Rodgers
- Weight: 223 lbsNFL.com: Aaron Rodgers
- College: University of California, BerkeleyNFL.com: Aaron Rodgers
- NFL Draft: 24th overall in 2005 (Green Bay Packers)NFL.com: Aaron Rodgers
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Aaron Rodgers is a National Football League quarterback who plays for the Green Bay Packers. Rodgers became the Packers' starting quarterback following the trade of Brett Favre to the New York Jets prior to the start of the 2008 season.
Rodgers suffered a sprain to his right shoulder on September 28, 2008, but continued as the Packers starter for the 2008 season. In December of 2008, Rodgers stated that he will have the shoulder examined after the season and may undergo surgery in the off-season.ESPN.com: Green Bay Packers' Aaron Rodgers: Offseason Surgery Possible
Football Career
Aaron Rogers was drafted by the Packers in 2005 to be the eventual successor to Brett Favre. The Packers went 4-12 during the 2005 season with Rodgers spending most of his time on the bench. Favre decided to return in 2006, leaving Rodgers to resume his backup role. Rodgers again saw very little playing time and suffered a broken ankle against the New England Patriots on November 19, forcing him to miss the rest of the season.Packers.com: Aaron RodgersFavre again returned for the 2007 season as the starting quarterback. Rogers continued to play backup, throwing his first touchdown pass in a game against the Dallas Cowboys.Packers.com: Aaron Rodgers
With the retirement of Brett Favre following the 2007 season, Rodgers is now the starting quarterback for the Packers beginning in 2008.Packers.com: Aaron Rodgers
On October 31, 2008, Aaron Rodgers signed a contract extension with the Green Bay Packers, which keeps Rodgers with the team through the 2014 season. Rodgers took over for long-time quarterback Brett Favre.SI.com: Packers sign Rodgers to extension (October 31, 2008)
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Aaron Rodgers Questions
How tall is Aaron Brooks? 1 AnswerHe is 6 feet even. He's not very big, but he's fun to watch. I used to watch him all the time when he played for Oregon, and man that kid was explosive. He woul... read more
Why didnt anyone on the Lakers clock Aaron Brooks tonight? 1 AnswerProbably because they knew that if they punched another player, they'd get a flagrant foul, get ejected, give two foul shots to the Rockets, and not even get th... read more
How does Scott Walker not get suspended for punching Aaron Ward? 1 AnswerHere's the vid for those who missed it: http://www.youtube.com/... read more -
Aaron Rodgers Vital Stats
- Mahalo's Guide to the Green Bay Packers
- NFL.com: Career Stats
- Height: 6-2
- Weight: 223
- Rookie Year: 2005
Aaron Rodgers Timeline
- December 2, 1983: Born
- 2003: College football debut with the University of California, Berkeley
- 2006: Drafted in the 1st round, 24th overall in the NFL Draft by the Green Bay Packers
- 2006: Signed with the Green Bay Packers
- 2006: Placed on injured reserve for a broken foot
- 2008: Becomes starter for Packers




