Packers QB Aaron Rodgers: From baby-faced draft pick to NFL MVP — in photos
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Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers has come a long way from the fresh-faced California quarterback selected by the Packers with the 24th overall pick in the NFL Draft in 2005.
After backing up Brett Favre for three years, Rodgers became the team's starter in 2008 and ever since has shown himself to be one of the best quarterbacks in NFL history.
2004-10-16: Aaron Rodgers draft prospect at Cal
California quarterback Aaron Rodgers passes against UCLA in the third quarter, in this Oct. 16, 2004 photo in Berkeley, Calif.
PAUL SAKUMA, ASSOCIATED PRESS2005-04-22: NFL Draft
NFL draft prospect and California quarterback Aaron Rodgers attempts to throw a football through a tire hanging high above New York's 34th Street during a television appearance Friday, April 22, 2005, as fellow prospects University of Texas running back Cedric Benson, left, and Miami's corner back Antrel Rolle await their turn.
CHAD RACHMAN, ASSOCIATED PRESS2005-04-22: NFL Draft
Alex Smith, left, a quarterback from Utah, pauses before kneeling with Antrel Rolle, a cornerback from Miami, Aaron Rodgers, a quarterback from California, Braylon Edwards, a wide receiver from Michigan, Ronnie Brown, a running back from Auburn, and Cedric Benson, a running back from Texas, attend the NFL draft Saturday, April 23, 2005 in New York.
GREGORY BULL, ASSOCIATED PRESS2005-04-22: NFL Draft
Aaron Rodgers, right, gathers with family members including his mom Darla Rodgers, left, after being selected by the Green Bay Packers as the 24th overall pick in the NFL draft Saturday, April 23, 2005 in New York.
JULIE JACOBSON, ASSOCIATED PRESS2005-04-22: NFL Draft
Aaron Rodgers holds up a Green Bay Packers jersey after being picked 24th overall in the first round of the NFL Draft.
JULIE JACOBSON, ASSOCIATED PRESS2005-04-22: NFL Draft
Aaron Rodgers after he was selected as the 24th pick, overall, in the NFL Draft.
ADAM ROUNTREE, ASSOCIATED PRESS2005-04-23: NFL Draft
Aaron Rodgers reacts after being selected by Green Bay as the 24th overall pick in the NFL draft Saturday, April 23, 2005 in New York.
JULIE JACOBSON,, ASSOCIATED PRESS2005-04-24: Getting his number with Ted Thompson
General manager Ted Thompson stands next to the team's first-round pick, California quarterback Aaron Rodgers, at a news conference Sunday, April 24, 2005, in Green Bay,.
MIKE ROEMER, ASSOCIATED PRESS2005-04-24: Getting shown around Lambeau Field
Packers quarterbacks coach Darrell Bevell, right, shows first-round pick, California quarterback Aaron Rodgers, around Lambeau Field after a news conference Sunday, April 24, 2005, in Green Bay.
MIKE ROEMER, ASSOCIATED PRESS2005-04-29: Mini camp
Head coach Mike Sherman talks to first round draft choice Aaron Rodgers during mini camp April 29, 2005.
MORRY GASH, ASSOCIATED PRESS2005-06-01: Mini camp
Aaron Rodgers throws a pass Wednesday June 1 , 2005 during the first day of Packers mini-camp.
MIKE ROEMER, ASSOCIATED PRESS2005-07-31: Biking to training camp
Green Bay Packers first-round draft pick Aaron Rodgers rides a bike to training camp Sunday, July 31, 2005, in Green Bay.
MORRY GASH, ASSOCIATED PRESS2005-12-19: at Baltimore
The Green Bay Packers traveled to Baltimore to play the Ravens in Monday Night Football, Monday December 18, 2005.
STEVE APPS, STATE JOURNAL2006-11-19: vs. New England
Aaron Rodgers is sacked for a 6-yard loss by New England's Mike Vrabel in the fourth quarter. Rodgers fumbled and the ball was recovered by Patriots Mike Wright. The Green Bay Packers hosted the New England Patriots at Lambeau Field Sunday November 19, 2006.
STEVE APPS, STATE JOURNAL2007-11-29: at Dallas
The Green Bay Packers traveled to Irving Texas to play the Dallas Cowboys Thursday November 29, 2007.
STEVE APPS, STATE JOURNAL2007-11-29: at Dallas
Aaron Rodger walks off the field after failing to get a first down against the Dallas Cowboys November 29, 2007.
STEVE APPS, STATE JOURNAL2007-11-29: at Dallas
The Green Bay Packers traveled to Irving Texas to play the Dallas Cowboys Thursday November 29, 2007.
STEVE APPS, STATE JOURNAL2008-09-08: Lambeau Leap vs. Minnesota
Aaron Rodgers runs to the stands for a Lambeau Leap after scoring on a 1-yard quarterback sneak in the 4th quarter against the Minnesota Vikings in the season opener at Lambeau Field September 8, 2008.
STEVE APPS, STATE JOURNAL2008-09-08: Lambeau Leap vs. Minnesota
Aaron Rodgers takes a Lambeau Leap after scoring on a 1-yard quarterback sneak in the 4th quarter against the Minnesota Vikings in the season opener at Lambeau Field September 8, 2008.
STEVE APPS, STATE JOURNAL2008-09-27: vs. Tampa Bay
Aaron Rodgers is sacked by Tampa Bay Buccaneers' Jimmy Wilkerson on September 28, 2008.
STEVE APPS, STATE JOURNAL2008-10-05: vs. Atlanta
Aaron Rodgers walks off the field after losing to the Atlanta Falcons 27-24 on October 5, 2008.
STEVE APPS, STATE JOURNAL2008-10-12: at Seattle
Aaron Rodgers scrambles for 6-yards in the 2nd quarter at the Seattle Seahawks October 12, 2008.
STEVE APPS, STATE JOURNAL2008-11-09: at Minnesota
Aaron Rodgers is helped up by Scott Wells after being sacked by Minnesota Vikings' Chad Greenway for a 12-yard loss in the 3rd quarter.
STEVE APPS, STATE JOURNAL2008-11-16: vs. Chicago
Green Bay Packers' Aaron Rodgers runs off the field after beating the Chicago Bears 37-3.
STEVE APPS, STATE JOURNAL2008-11-24: at New Orleans
Aaron Rodgers scrambles for yards while chased by New Orleans Saints' Jonathan Vilma in the Louisiana Superdome against the New Orleans Saints in Monday Night Football November 24, 2008.
STEVE APPS, STATE JOURNAL2008-11-30: vs. Carolina
The Green Bay Packers hosted the Carolina Panthers at Lambeau Field November 30, 2008.
STEVE APPS, STATE JOURNAL2008-12-28: vs. Detroit
Green Bay Packers' Aaron Rodgers celebrates his 3-yard touchdown pass to Jermichael Finley against the Detroit Lions December 28, 2008.
STEVE APPS, STATE JOURNAL2009-09-13: vs. Chicago
Green Bay Packers' Aaron Rodgers breaks a tackle of Chicago Bears' Mark Anderson on September 13, 2009.
STEVE APPS, STATE JOURNAL2009-09-20: vs. Cincinnati
Aaron Rodgers takes a hit by Cincinnati Bengals' Chris Crocker September 20, 2009.
STEVE APPS, STATE JOURNAL2009-10-06: After losing to Brett Favre
Brett Favre and Aaron Rodgers meet after the Minnesota Vikings beat the Packers 30-23 in an NFL football game Monday, Oct. 5, 2009, in Minneapolis.
MORRY GASH, ASSOCIATED PRESS2009-10-18: vs. Detroit
Aaron Rodgers was all smiles as he walked off the field after beating the Lions 26-0. The Green Bay Packers hosted the Detroit Lions at Lambeau Field October 18, 2009.
STEVE APPS, STATE JOURNAL2009-11-01: vs. Minnesota
Aaron Rodgers is sacked by Minnesota Vikings' Jared Allen on November 1, 2009.
STEVE APPS, STATE JOURNAL2009-11-15: vs. Dallas
Green Bay Packers' Aaron Rodgers rushes for a first down chased by Dallas Cowboys' Anthony Spencer on November 15, 2009.
STEVE APPS, STATE JOURNAL2009-11-22: vs. San Francisco
Aaron Rodgers reacts after the Packers first drive stalled at the 5-yard line against the San Francisco 49'ers November 22, 2009.
STEVE APPS, STATE JOURNAL2010-10-17: vs. Miami
Aaron Rodgers scores on a 1-yard run on 4th and 1-yard late in the 4th quarter. This touchdown and the extra point put the game into overtime. The Green Bay Packers hosted the Miami Dolphins at Lambeau Field October 17, 2010.
STEVE APPS, STATE JOURNAL2010-10-24: After beating Brett Favre and the Vikings
Minnesota Vikings' Brett Favre and Green Bay Packers' Aaron Rodgers after meeting at midfield after the Packers beat the Vikings. The Green Bay Packers hosted the Minnesota Vikings at Lambeau Field October 24, 2010.
STEVE APPS, STATE JOURNAL2010-11-07: vs. Dallas
Aaron Rodgers races down the sidelines for a first down against the Dallas Cowboys at Lambeau Field November 7, 2010.
STEVE APPS, STATE JOURNAL2010-12-26: vs. New York Giants
Aaron Rodgers reacts to his 38-yard pass to Jordy Nelson that went out of bounds at the 1-yard line. The Green Bay Packers hosted the New York Giants at Lambeau Field December 26, 2010.
STEVE APPS, STATE JOURNAL2010-12-26: vs. New York Giants
Aaron Rodgers fumbles the ball at the end of the 3rd quarter. Green Bay Packers' John Kuhn recovered the ball. The Green Bay Packers hosted the New York Giants at Lambeau Field Sunday December 26, 2010.
STEVE APPS, STATE JOURNAL2010-12-26: vs. New York Giants
Aaron Rodgers walks down to the 1-yard line after completing a pass to Jordy Nelson in the 4th quarter. The Green Bay Packers hosted the New York Giants at Lambeau Field Sunday December 26, 2010.
STEVE APPS, STATE JOURNAL2010-12-26: vs. New York Giants
Aaron Rodgers and New York Giants' Eli Manning after the Packers beat the Giants. The Green Bay Packers hosted the New York Giants at Lambeau Field December 26, 2010.
STEVE APPS, STATE JOURNAL2011-01-02: vs. Chicago
Aaron Rodgers is sacked for a 2-yard loss on 3rd and 3 on the Chicago 3-yard line. The Green Bay Packers hosted the Chicago Bears at Lambeau Field Sunday January 2, 2011.
STEVE APPS, STATE JOURNAL2011-01-02: vs. Chicago
Aaron Rodgers took a lap around the stadium to greet fans after the Packers beat the Chicago Bears 10-3 on January 2, 2011.
STEVE APPS, STATE JOURNAL2011-01-15: at Atlanta
Aaron Rodgers scrambles past Atlanta Falcons linebacker Curtis Lofton on a 7-yard touchdown run during the second half of an NFL divisional playoff football game on Saturday, Jan. 15, 2011, in Atlanta.
DAVE MARTIN, ASSOCIATED PRESS2011-01-23: at Chicago in the NFC Championship
Aaron Rodgers and Josh Sitton after the Packers beat the Bears 21-14. The Green Bay Packers traveled to Soldier Field in Chicago to play the Chicago Bears in the NFC Championship Sunday January 23, 2011.
STEVE APPS, STATE JOURNAL2011-01-31: Arriving for Super Bowl XLV
James Jones and Aaron Rodgers walking to the buses after arrives in Dallas for Super Bowl XLV on January 31, 2011.
STEVE APPS, STATE JOURNAL2011-02-01: Super Bowl XLV media day
Aaron Rodgers looks up at the large scoreboard when asked a question about the stadium. Media Day for Super Bowl XLV was held Tuesday February 1, 2011 at Cowboy Stadium.
STEVE APPS, STATE JOURNAL2011-02-01: Super Bowl XLV media day
Green Bay Packers' Aaron Rodgers during Media Day. Media Day for XLV was held Tuesday February 1, 2011 at Cowboy Stadium.
STEVE APPS, STATE JOURNAL2011-02-07: NFL MVP
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, left, presenting Green Bay Packers' Aaron Rodgers with the Pete Rozelle Most Valuable Player Trophy at a Monday morning press conference at the Media Center.
STEVE APPS, STATE JOURNAL2012-07-29: Super Bowl XLV champion
Aaron Rodgers with the Vince Lombardi Trophy after winning Super Bowl XLV against the Pittsburgh Steelers on February 6, 2011 in Cowboys Stadium.
STEVE APPS, STATE JOURNAL2012-07-29: Super Bowl XLV media day
Green Bay Packers' Matt Flynn and Aaron Rodgers pose for a picture before the start of the Packers Media Day. Media Day for Super Bowl XLV was held Tuesday February 1, 2011 at Cowboy Stadium.
STEVE APPS, STATE JOURNAL2013-09-15: vs. Washington
Washington Redskins' Josh Wilson sacks Aaron Rodgers during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013, in Green Bay.
TOM LYNN, ASSOCIATED PRESS2013-09-15: with the fans
Aaron Rodgers throws his towel to some fans after an NFL football game against the Washington Redskins Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013, in Green Bay, Wis. The Packers won 38-20.
MIKE ROEMER, ASSOCIATED PRESS2014-12-08: Heading into the locker room
Green Bay Packers' Aaron Rodgers celebrates with fans on his way to the locker room after an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons Monday, Dec. 8, 2014, in Green Bay, Wis. The Packers won 43-37. (AP Photo/Mike Roemer)
MIKE ROEMER, ASSOCIATED PRESS2015-09-28: vs. Kansas City
Aaron Rodgers is sacked by Kansas City's Allen Bailey at Lambeau Field Monday, Sept. 28, 2015
STEVE APPS, STATE JOURNAL2015-09-28: vs. Kansas City
Aaron Rodgers celebrates his fifth touchdown pass of the game with a 4-yard pass to wide receiver Randall Cobb in the 4th quarter against the Kansas City Chiefs at Lambeau Field Monday, Sept. 28, 2015.
STEVE APPS, STATE JOURNAL2015-10-11: vs. St. Louis
Aaron Rodgers scrambles up the middle for a 18-yard gain in the 1st quarter. The Green Bay Packers hosted the St Louis Rams at Lambeau Field in Green Bay Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015.
STEVE APPS, STATE JOURNAL2015-10-18: vs. San Diego
Aaron Rodgers reacts to his incomplete pass attempt to Richard Rodgers on 3rd and 10-yards on the ten yard line, late in the 4th quarter. The Packers then kicked a field goal to go up by seven. The Green Bay Packers hosted the San Diego Chargers Sunday, Oct. 18, 2015 at Lambeau Field.
STEVE APPS, STATE JOURNAL2015-12-03: Hail Mary celebration at Detroit
Aaron Rodgers is congratulated by teammates after his 61-yard touchdown pass to tight end Richard Rodgers on the last play of the game of an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions, Thursday, Dec. 3, 2015, in Detroit.
PAUL SANCYA, ASSOCIATED PRESS2015-12-03: Hail Mary celebration at Detroit
Aaron Rodgers celebrates after his Hail Mary 61-yard touchdown throw to tight end Richard Rodgers with no time remaining in an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions, in Detroit.
PAUL SANCYA, ASSOCIATED PRESS2015-12-04: All smiles
Aaron Rodgers smiles while talking about throwing a miraculous 61-yard Hail Mary throw to Richard Rodgers with no time remaining to beat the Detroit Lions 27-23 in an NFL football game, Thursday, Dec. 3, 2015, in Detroit.
PAUL SANCYA, ASSOCIATED PRESS2016-09-25: vs. Detroit
Aaron Rodgers runs off the field after beating the Lions 34-27. The Green Bay Packers hosted the Detroit Lions at Lambeau Field Sunday, Sept. 25, 2016.
STEVE APPS, STATE JOURNAL2016-10-20: at Chicago
Aaron Rodgers and wide receiver Randall Cobb celebrate Cobb's 4th quarter touchdown. The Green Bay Packers hosted the Chicago Bears at Lambeau Field Thursday, Oct. 20, 2016.
STEVE APPS, STATE JOURNAL2016-11-06: vs. Indianapolis
Aaron Rodgers after missing a wide open receiver in the 2nd quarter. The Green Bay Packers hosted the Indianapolis Colts at Lambeau Field Sunday, Nov. 6, 2016.
STEVE APPS, STATE JOURNAL2016-12-04: vs. Houston
Aaron Rodgers reacts after throwing a touchdown pass to Jordy Nelson during the second half of an NFL football game against the Houston Texans Sunday, Dec. 4, 2016, in Green Bay, Wis.
MATT LUDTKE, ASSOCIATED PRESS2016-12-24: Lambeau Leap
Aaron Rodgers celebrates his touchdown run in the 2nd quarter with a Lambeau Leap. The Green Bay Packers hosted the Minnesota Vikings at Lambeau Field Saturday, Dec. 24, 2016.
STEVE APPS, STATE JOURNAL2016-12-24: vs. Minnesota
Aaron Rodgers and tight end Richard Rodgers after Rodgers touchdown pass to Rodgers in the 4th quarter. The Green Bay Packers hosted the Minnesota Vikings at Lambeau Field Saturday, Dec. 24, 2016.
STEVE APPS, STATE JOURNAL2016-12-24: vs. Minnesota
Aaron Rodgers celebrates his touchdown run in the 2nd quarter. The Green Bay Packers hosted the Minnesota Vikings at Lambeau Field Saturday, Dec. 24, 2016.
STEVE APPS, STATE JOURNAL2017-01-08: NFC wild card victory vs. New York Giants
Aaron Rodgers walks off the field after beating the Giants 38-13. The Green Bay Packers hosted the New York Giants Sunday, Jan. 8, 2017 in a NFC wild-card playoff game at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin.
STEVE APPS, STATE JOURNAL2017-01-22: After losing the NFC Championship at Atlanta
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan embraces Aaron Rodgers after the NFL football NFC championship game Sunday, Jan. 22, 2017, in Atlanta. The Falcons won 44-21 to advance to Super Bowl LI.
JOHN BAZEMORE, ASSOCIATED PRESS2017-09-10: vs. Seattle
Aaron Rodgers scrambles for 6-yards and a first down late in the 4th quarter. The Green Bay Packers hosted the Seattle Seahawks Sunday, Sept. 10, 2017 in the season opener in Green Bay, Wisconsin.
STEVE APPS, STATE JOURNAL2017-09-11: after winning vs. Seattle
Green Bay Packers' Aaron Rodgers talks at a news conference after an NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks Sunday, Sept. 10, 2017, in Green Bay, Wis. The Packers won 17-9.
MIKE ROEMER, ASSOCIATED PRESS2017-09-18: After losing at Atlanta
Aaron Rodgers speaks after an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons, Monday, Sept. 18, 2017, in Atlanta. The Falcons won 34-23.
DAVID GOLDMAN, ASSOCIATED PRESS2018-9-9: vs. Bears
After returning from a first-half knee injury, Green Bay quarterback Aaron Rodgers throws a touchdown pass to Davante Adams in the fourth quarter of the Packers' 24-23 win over the Chicago Bears in the season opener Sept. 9, 2018 at Lambeau Field in Green Bay.
STEVE APPS, STATE JOURNAL2018-10-15: vs. 49ers
Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) and wide receiver Davante Adams (17) celebrate Adams' touchdown catch in the 1st quarter. The Green Bay Packers hosted the San Francisco 49ers at Lambeau Field on Oct. 15, 2018.
STEVE APPS, STATE JOURNAL2018-12-02: vs. Cardinals
Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) scrambles for a 1st down late in the 4th quarter. The Green Bay Packers hosted the Arizona Cardinals on Dec. 2, 2018, at Lambeau Field in Green Bay.
STEVE APPS, STATE JOURNAL2018-12-9: Rodgers gets sacked vs. Falcons
Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) is sacked for a 9-yard loss by Atlanta Falcons outside linebacker De'Vondre Campbell (59) in the 2nd quarter. The Green Bay Packers hosted the Atlanta Falcons at Lambeau Field on Dec. 9, 2018, in Green Bay.
STEVE APPS, STATE JOURNALAaron Rodgers, Danica Patrick, Packers preseason game, State Journal photo
Danica Patrick and Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers during warmups before the Green Bay Packers hosted the Houston Texans in a preseason game on Aug. 8, 2019, at Lambeau Field in Green Bay.
STEVE APPS, STATE JOURNAL2019-9-26: vs. Eagles
Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) looking for a receiver in the 2nd quarter. The Green Bay Packers hosted the Philadelphia Eagles on Sept. 26, 2019 at Lambeau Field in Green Bay.
STEVE APPS, STATE JOURNAL2019-10-14: vs. Lions
Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) looking for a receiver in the 4th quarter. The Green Bay Packers hosted the Detroit Lions on Oct. 14, 2019 at Lambeau Field in Green Bay.
STEVE APPS, STATE JOURNAL2019-10-20 v. Raiders
Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) celebrates his 3-yard touchdown run in the 3rd quarter. The Green Bay Packers hosted the Oakland Raiders at Lambeau Field on Oct. 20, 2019.
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