Fauci’s lawyer fires back: ‘Aaron Rodgers doesn’t know what he’s talking about’
The New York Times • • sports
Key Points:
- Steelers head coach Mike McCarthy and the Steelers organization emphasized focusing on football and respecting diverse opinions following Aaron Rodgers' criticism of Dr. Anthony Fauci, with McCarthy stating his priority is the team's performance and unity.
- Fauci's attorney, David Schertler, dismissed Rodgers' comments by saying Rodgers “doesn’t know what he’s talking about” and should stick to football.
- Rodgers called Fauci an “absolute coward” for invoking the Fifth Amendment during a Senate hearing and criticized ESPN's coverage of his vaccination status and other controversies, including the Dianna Russini scandal.
- Rodgers has a history of publicly opposing Fauci and COVID-19 protocols, previously expressing skepticism about science and vaccines on “The Pat McAfee Show.”
- The Steelers acknowledged varying viewpoints within their locker room and refrained from further comment on Rodgers' remarks or ESPN's response.
