Childhood and Education Journey of Aaron Rodgers in Timeline

Discover the defining moments in the early life of Aaron Rodgers. From birth to education, explore key events.

Aaron Rodgers is a highly acclaimed American professional football quarterback. Renowned for his exceptional skill and talent, he played college football for the California Golden Bears before being drafted by the Green Bay Packers in the first round of the 2005 NFL draft, where he spent 18 seasons. He is widely considered one of the greatest quarterbacks in the history of the sport.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles

1973: Father Played Football for Chico State Wildcats

In 1973, Edward Wesley Rodgers, Aaron Rodgers' father, played football as an offensive lineman for the Chico State Wildcats.

1976: Father Played Football for Chico State Wildcats

In 1976, Edward Wesley Rodgers, Aaron Rodgers' father, ended playing football as an offensive lineman for the Chico State Wildcats.

December 2, 1983: Aaron Rodgers Born

On December 2, 1983, Aaron Charles Rodgers was born, who later became an American professional football quarterback.

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1997: Family Moved Back to Chico

In 1997, the Rodgers family returned to Chico, and Aaron attended Pleasant Valley High School.

2001: Single-Season School Record

In 2001, Aaron Rodgers set a single-season school record with 2,466 total yards at Pleasant Valley High School.

2002: Graduation from High School

In spring 2002, Aaron Rodgers graduated from Pleasant Valley High School.

January 5, 2012: Honorary Member of Tau Kappa Epsilon

On January 5, 2012, Aaron Rodgers was initiated as an honorary member of Tau Kappa Epsilon at St. Norbert College.

2012: Loss to 49ers and Bet with Boyz II Men

In 2012, the Packers began the season with a 30-22 loss to the 49ers. Due to the loss, Aaron Rodgers had to wear an Alex Smith jersey during practice because he lost a bet with the music group Boyz II Men.

2017: No longer affiliated himself with any organized religion

In an interview in 2017 Aaron Rodgers stated that he no longer affiliated himself with any organized religion.

2022: Revealed Ayahuasca Use

In 2022, Aaron Rodgers revealed that he had previously made offseason trips to Peru, where he consumed ayahuasca.

2024: Support for Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s Presidential Campaign

In 2024, Aaron Rodgers voiced support for Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s presidential campaign and was reportedly on Kennedy's "short list" of potential vice presidential running mates.