Despite never playing alongside Green Bay Packers rookie Sean Clifford, Aaron Rodgers – who was traded to the New York Jets in April – sent a heart-warming gift to welcome the quarterback to the NFL
New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers gifted Green Bay Packers rookie Sean Clifford a signed jersey as a âhousewarming present’ despite no longer being with the NFC North franchise.
Clifford received the gift as he moved into Rodgers’ old locker – which the four-time MVP had used for 18 years – after the Packers spent a fifth-round pick on him. The 24-year-old proved his worth at Penn State University by departing as the program’s all-time leader in starting quarterback wins (32), passing yards (10,661) and passing touchdowns (86).
The upcoming 2023 season will be the first time Rodgers – a 10-time Pro Bowler and four-time All-Pro – will be playing in another uniform in the NFL. The Packers are adjusting to life without Rodgers, with Jordan Love taking over as the starting quarterback for the first time since he was selected in the first round of the 2020 NFL Draft.
Rodgers’ personality has been questioned at times amid controversial off-turf stories, but he showcased his genuineness to help Clifford get to grips with the NFL. Clifford was selected by the Packers in the fifth round of April’s 2023 NFL Draft – and he clearly appreciated Rodgers’ touching gesture.