That was almost not the case though during a September game at the Packers' Lambeau Field in Wisconsin, the ashes were lost after falling off Jones' neck. After leaving college early for the NFL draft Jones ended up fulfilling a promise he made to his parents and graduated college. "Getting the opportunity to work alongside Aaron and his family to celebrate the impact Alvin Sr. had on those around him is an absolute honor," Archer tells PEOPLE. EL PASO, TEXAS (KTSM) Beloved El Paso figure Alvin Jones Sr. passed away after a battle with COVID-19 at the beginning of April. Aaron Jones had a monstrous Monday Night Football game against the Detroit Lions. Aaron added to those feelings about his father on Tuesday, making it clear how close he was with Alvin Sr., and how much they meant to each other. Keough was born into musical royalty Elvis has 18 number-one hit songs and her mother Lisa Marie released three albums in her lifetime. He taught me to believe in myself. Never miss a story sign up for PEOPLE's free daily newsletter to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. There are few perfect days in life. Jones is not Rodgers's physician or a member of his health care provider, so there would be no HIPAA violation even ifhe were to disclose Rodgers's vaccination status. Thats what this game is about just having your brothers around you.. https://t.co/PsJW9vkPR9. The Packers were awful in Week 1 and not much better to start Week 2. Aaron Rodgers' Dad Supports Athlete After Vaccine Comments - People "I thought it would be a great way to honor my father," Jones tells PEOPLE. He's dangerously, and willfully, misinformed. Join the Heavy on Packers newsletter here! Jones said he was wearing a chain that had a football containing his father's ashes, and he lost it in the end zone after one of his touchdowns. Four years ago a celebrity website asked him about the relationship between Rodgers and former race car driver Danica Patrick. "I believe that's HIPAA, so I'm not even gonna get into that.". I believe thats HIPAA. Sept. 21 (UPI) --Green Bay Packers running back Aaron Jones lost a necklace containing his father's ashes while scoring a touchdown at Lambeau Field and said the precious item was found the next . "They take hair or ashes, and they turn it into diamonds. As much as Jones has given to the game, the game has given back to him in the form of a different family. Some nights Im there with them on their couch and different things like that. Packers running back Aaron Jones was asked about quarterback Aaron Rodgers's vaccination status but refused to answer on Wednesday. On Monday, there were 15 family members in the stands, including Jones' mother and his brother, Alvin Jr. (a linebacker who spent time with the Packers during the offseason on an extended tryout). Hes everything to me, said Jones. Alvin Jones Sr., father of Aaron and Alvin Jones Jr., dies at 57 Aaron Rodgers vaccine status unclear - WISN If your child will play baseball or softball this spring, youll need to stock up on appropriate clothing and equipment. All Rights Reserved. Join the, Jordan Love Shows Off Progress in Viral Workout Video. Alvin Jones died due to complications from COVID-19 in April. Aaron Jones returns to the field with a heavy heart after his fathers death, Former Packer released from Marathon County Jail on cash bond, First Alert Weather: A winter storm on the way for Sunday night into Monday, Man, 57, killed in Iron County snowmobile crash, Order a Copy of a Story or Newscast That Aired on NewsChannel 7, Public File: web@wsaw.com - (715) 845-4211. Then he made a few big plays in the red zone to get the Packers on the board. The league did not grant him the exemption and he continued as an unvaccinated player. Aaron Jones. pic.twitter.com/KOFAMpBJQl, Matt Schneidman (@mattschneidman) October 28, 2019. Eventually things opened up for Rodgers, who had a 145.6 passer rating, and the offense got going. And the truth for me is that Ive had a bigger man to look up to all my life, setting the example, leading the way. "He's everything to me," said Jones. Thats what this game is all about is having your brothers all around you.. With the Detroit Lions playing two safeties deep most of the game to take away Aaron Rodgers' passing game to Davante Adams, the Packers decided that they'd run with Jones until the Lions stopped him. Packers' Aaron Jones recovers necklace containing father's ashes after The Packers needed to bounce back, and for a while that was in doubt. The Lions copied what the New Orleans Saints did in Week 1 and played their safeties in a deep zone. It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. Green Bay Packers RB Aaron Jones on Keeping Father's Memory Alive - Yahoo! I have a locker room full of brothers here who are making sure that Im OK, said Jones. He never missed a home or away game during their collegiate careers at the University of Texas-El Paso and kept up the tradition when Jones joined the Packers, often captured on national TV broadcasts celebrating his sons big plays or touchdowns. Kurt Warner, Steve Smith Sr. and Adam Thielen break down QBs and WRs live on the field. Monday was a game made for Jones, and he came through. Cant even imagine game days without you by my side havent missed a game in 9 years and it scares me to think about it but I know you have the best seat in the stadium and youre forever engraved in me and Ill carry our Name high and be great like youve pushed me all my life! Jones wrote in his post alongside a picture of him and his father. Green Bay Packers running back Aaron Jones teases partnership with Taco Tote on Taco Tuesday. It certainly was a terrific Tuesday for Jones. I know hes there; hes got the best seat in the house. "That's not for me to say," Jones said on if he knew of Rodgers's vaccination status before Wednesday's news. Alvin Jones, Sr., was. He taught me to keep God first that with God, anything is possible. Here's everything we know, QB Young 5-10 1/8, 204 pounds at NFL combine, Sources: Patriots tell QB Hoyer he's being cut, Horns' Robinson: Versatility worthy of early pick, Jones: Not fixated on Cowboys' drought, just '23, Sources: Raiders plan franchise tag for Jacobs, WR Addison to Steelers' Pickett: 'Come get me', Wolverines' Turner wows with 4.26 40 at combine, Top QB prospect Levis eager to unleash 'cannon', Everything you need to know about Geno Smith's contract negotiations. GREEN BAY, Wis. (WSAW)- April 7th will be a day Aaron Jones will never forget. "So, before my final nail gets put in my cancel culture casket, I think I would like to set the record straight on so many of the blatant lies that are out there about myself. "To me, that's like the MVP award for the NFL off-the-field. Aaron Rodgers still estranged from his Chico parents: report MORE THINGS TO DO: For restaurant reviews and openings, things to-do and more, subscribe to El Paso Times. The Lions got a couple early Jared Goff touchdowns, including a brilliant pass-and-catch to T.J. Hockenson in the back corner of the end zone, to take a 14-7 lead. I have an allergy to an ingredient that's in the mRNA vaccines. He has the best seat in the house.. Jones' father, Alvin Jones Sr., died on April 6, 2021, of complications from COVID-19. 1998 - 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. | All Rights Reserved. That forced the Packers to be patient. 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The 57-year-old spent his final. Jones will continue his journey of finding the end zone because thats his sanctuary. He's dangerously, and willfully, misinformed. The things hes done for me in my life hes been there every step of the way. READ NEXT: Jordan Love Shows Off Progress in Viral Workout Video, Father of Packers Star Dies Suddenly at 57, Please review our privacy policy here: https://heavy.com/privacy-policy/, Copyright 2023 Heavy, Inc. All rights reserved. The RB knew there was no replacing his father in the stands, but he still wanted to feel his biggest supporter and teacher close to him. 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The 57-year-old spent his last days in an El Paso hospital. A post shared by Aaron Jones (@showtyme_33) on Sep 3, 2018 at 3:04pm PDT During Aaron's rookie year with the Packers, he would see Alvin Jr. play for UTEP on a Saturday and meet up with Aaron and . The Green Bay Packers running back came out for Monday night's home opener against the Detroit Lions wearing a necklace that contained Alvin Jones Sr.'s ashes in a football-shaped medallion. : Packers pic.twitter.com/6bZMx9FJb8, The rest of my career is dedicated to my father, Jones said. Copyright 2021 WSAW. Would love your thoughts, please comment. The Packers paid Jones $48 million over four years for games like Monday. Although his season come to an abrupt and surprising ending on Jan. 22 after the Packers lost to the San Francisco 49ers in the NFC divisional playoff game, Jones is glad that his dad didn't have to miss it. I have a locker room full of brothers here that are making sure Im ok. Alvin Jones Sr. died of COVID-19 complications at age 56. That made the score 35-17 and removed all doubt about the outcome. During Green Bay Packers media availability Tuesday, the Burges and UTEP alum Jones was asked about the Green Bay quarterback Rodgers recent positive COVID-19 test and the revelation that he was not vaccinated after previously saying he was immunized., Jones batted the question away: Thats not for me to say. Keough's father Danny met Lisa Marie while playing in her band. There was a thorough search for the pendant after the game, but it wasn't until Tuesday morning that Jones confirmed to "The Steve Czaban Show" on 97.3 The Game in Milwaukee that a team athletic trainer had found it. Heres what Jones wrote about how Alvin Sr. taught him to deal with racism: He always told me, when theyre just words, to be the bigger man. My dad is the greatest man Ive ever encountered. Aaron Rodgers' father on QB's approach to COVID-19 vaccines: 'I'm proud Also Check Out: Complete NFL Week 3 TV Schedule, Be the first one to comment on this story. Aaron Jones doesn't view Rodgers' decision on COVID vaccine as selfish Jones, whose father Alvin Sr. died in March of COVID, said this doesn't affect Rodgers' status as a leader of the team and said he didn't view Rodgers' decision not to get vaccinated as a selfish decision. He'd be happy, and say, 'If you lose it anywhere, lose it in the end zone.'". With the help of Packers athletic trainer Bryan Engel and other staffers, the pendant was ultimately recovered. Jones is thankful he's found a way to keep his father close by in more ways than one ("It doesn't always have to be seen, but it's right there close to your hear," he says), and Adelle Archer, co-founder and CEO of Eterenva, feels the same. According to a report by Ron Demovsky of ESPN, the Packers' equipment staff have modified Aaron Jones' jersey to include a pocket on the left side that he can place the pendant containing his. Tacos and Jones: Green Bay Packers running back Aaron Jones teases partnership with Taco Tote on Taco Tuesday, For his part, Rodgers appeared on Pat McAfee's radio show and said, "I realize I'm in the crosshairs of the woke mob right now," Rodgers said. He revealed this in an interview after the game. To me, that was amazing.". "I think he'd be very proud of me, tell me to continue to work and this is only the beginning," Jones told Salters after the game. 1998 - 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. | All Rights Reserved. So that's one of the things that excited me more about this. "Being able to help people find healing, meaning, and even brightness after the loss of a loved one is one of the most remarkable aspects of the Eterneva process.". Aaron Jones had a heartbreaking family update for Packers fans on Wednesday. "I'm used to turning around and seeing my dad in the stands and just smiling to know everything is OK," Aaron Jones said. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Aaron Jones is currently at Packers OTA's in Green Bay and met with the media on Tuesday afternoon. He said the grounds crew was looking for it. Funeral services held for father of El Paso NFL star Aaron Jones He taught me everything. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. He aimed to attend every one of Jones' games, offering words of encouragement from the sidelines. Jones' father, Alvin Jones Sr., died in April from COVID-19 complications. Quite the opposite, as he said in the same post-game interview: In a Tuesday morning interview for 97.3 The Game, Jones had excellent and happy news about the situation when questioned about the necklace. NFL footage NFL Productions LLC. Packers RB Aaron Jones became the first player to record four touchdowns on Monday Night Football since Marshall Faulk did it against the Buccaneers in 2000. Not everything went according to Jones' plans, though. Jones scored four touchdowns, three on catches from Rodgers, as the Packers got a much-needed 35-17 win on Monday night. Aaron Jones honors late father with 4 TDs on 'MNF,' reveals he lost "A lot of people who really know me, they know that I wear a pendant with my father's ashes," he explains. There will be games in which the Packers throw it a ton, and Rodgers and Adams combine for a ton of yards. A post shared by Aaron Jones (@showtyme_33). The latest Packers news straight to your inbox! I know hes still gonna be there. The Lions fell apart after keeping the Monday night TV audience interested into the second half. Jones HIPAA answer also trended onTwitter, with most commenters making the point that HIPAA doesnt apply to individuals. The father of Green Bay Packers running back Aaron Jones and his twin brother, Alvin Jr., Jones left a legacy of kindness and community service in the Sun City that carries on with his children. Packers RB Aaron Jones Scores 4 TDs, Loses Chain That Had His Father's Aaron Jones #33 of the Green Bay Packers kneels in the end zone before the game against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field on December 13, 2020 in Detroit, Michigan. Chapins magical postseason run ends in Region, Driver dead after MD tanker explosion, fire, FBI: 1 person arrested, items seized during raids, Ja Morant investigated by NBA over Instagram post, 1 killed amid turbulence event on business jet, Nearly perfect Saturday; warm winds, 75 on Sunday, Texans encouraged to report severe weather damage, Lighter, Warmer Winds Friday; Perfect Saturday; Mid-70s, Thursday Forecast: Snowy morning, gusty afternoon, Exclusive 9 day forecast: Possible snow Thursday, NM State baseball drops to 0-8 after loss to Pacific, UTEP women ready for clash at No. He was at every game, and before the game, I would go to a certain spot where he was sitting. They never did. A cause of death was not indicated in either of the brothers posts. More: El Pasoan Aaron Jones adds pocket on jersey to secure father's ashes during NFL games. The running back is leaning on his teammates, but there is one thing he is keeping to himself. Green Bay Packers star running back Aaron Jones had a tough 2021, losing his father to the virus that has killed millions around the world. He also requested a vaccine exemption from the NFL after he had homeopathic treatment from his personal doctor to raise his antibody levels, according to NFL Network. Im not going to get into that, Ijust focus on myself and my health, I dont really focus on anybody elses status.. El Pasoan Aaron Jones adds pocket on jersey to secure father's ashes during NFL games, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. "But I know he's happy. The Oscars will air on ABC and can be streamed on ABC.com and the ABC app as well as Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, AT&T TV or FuboTV. Ed. "So I know he's smiling.". XFL Week 3 preview: Can AJ McCarron, Battlehawks continue their fourth-quarter heroics? Monday night had to be pretty special for Aaron Jones, in a few ways. Its HIPAA not HIPPA and Aaron Jones is not a healthcare provider or a Heath Plan so he cant be violating HIPAA privacy laws but you know thats HIPAA. Green Bay Packers' Aaron Jones loses necklace containing late father's That has been one way to slow down Rodgers, and it worked great in Week 1. Packers RB Aaron Jones mourns father's death - WKBT @mattschneidman/Twitter. The cause of death is . Jones piece entitledTwo Fathers was published last July about two months after his son, Aaron Jones Jr., was born and during the summerlong protests against systemic racism and police brutality that followed in the wake of George Floyds death. Opinion: Aaron Rodgers isn't a victim of 'woke mob.' Aaron Jones motivated to carry on his father's legacy Packers running back plans to dedicate the rest of his NFL career to his late father, Alvin Jones Sr. May 26, 2021 at 09:30 AM Wes. Aaron Jones' father victim of COVID-19 Alvin Jones, Sr., Aaron's father, died earlier this year, April 6. I can play with it on if I wanted to, things like that, and not have to worry about it falling out or anything like that. Jones was referring to theHealth Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996. GREEN BAY, Wis. -- Aaron Jones had something special planned for his first game at Lambeau Field since his father's death in April. "[He] found it, so we're perfect," Jones said. Did Aaron Rodgers lie about being vaccinated? Packers QB tests - nj The defense couldn't get the stops it needed. The Packers' equipment staff added a pocket to the running back's jersey so that he can hold his father's ashes during games. 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Heart torn into a million pieces Im so proud of you I love You Dad I promise Ill always protect and take care of our Queen and the rest Family youve raise me and have been preparing vino and I for 26 years ! Hes the reason I started playing football and the reason that kept me going so many times when I was a kid and wanted to give up.. He also decided against getting the. 2023 NFL Enterprises LLC. He showed me how a mans supposed to be a man. Jones wore a football-shaped necklace. And even though Ed Rodgers and Aaron reportedly don't speak, the father expressed support for his famous son in early November, after his son came under fire for testing positive for COVID-19,. Trainer Finds Aaron Jones' Necklace With Dad's Ashes in 2 a.m. Search Jones had just hauled in a 67-yard touchdown reception his second of the night to give the Packers a 31-24 lead that they would never surrender. ", "I'm not an anti-vaxx, flat-earther.. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. I know hes up there watching me and itll be special.. What will the Buffalo Bills do without defensive coordinator Leslie Frazier? Please logout and login again. "I don't think it's a selfish decision," Jones said after earlier declining to say if he knew whether Rodgers had been vaccinated. The Jones brothers have been open through the years about how special their relationship with their father is, with Aaron even penning a column about Alvin Sr. for The Players Tribune on Fathers Day 2020. In Jones post, he says his father has not missed a game of his in nine years. The Packers running back recently dedicated the rest of his career to Alvin Jones Sr., who passed away during the offseason due to complications with COVID-19. But though she plays captivating pop star Daisy Jones in "Daisy Jones & The Six," Keough admitted she wasn't much . He has been following the COVID-19 protocols for those who are unvaccinated." ESPN's Rob Demovsky reports "The NFL has considered Rodgers as unvaccinated since the start of the season, sources. Necklace containing ashes of Aaron Jones' father found in Green - UPI The 57-year-old spent his last days in an El Paso hospital. The star quarterback has tested. USA TODAY Aaron Rodgers' father said Thursday that he is proud of the stance his son has taken on COVID-19 vaccines, despite the widespread criticism it has drawn. The defense has a lot to work on. 24 Middle Tennessee, UTEP men welcome in Middle Tennessee in final game, Centennial, Las Cruces girls advance in NM playoffs, Chapin wins in double OT to advance to Regional Final, Ex-city rep critical of ending city managers contract, Poll: San Eli named top small historic town, Hundreds of migrants found in stash houses in EP, Star Central Studios launches non-profit in El Paso, Diabetes, Now What? The Oscars will air on ABC and can be streamed on ABC.com and the ABC app as well as Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, AT&T TV or FuboTV. Detroit led 17-14 at halftime. If your child will play baseball or softball this spring, youll need to stock up on appropriate clothing and equipment. Powered by. The Right Wing Is Rallying Around Novak Djokovic Over Vaccine Stance Aaron Rodgers' father decries quarterback's 'haters' amid COVID vax But Jones was the one who kept the offense going as Green Bay stayed in the game. Packers running back Aaron Jones announced on his Instagram Wednesday afternoon that his father Alvin, Sr. has passed away. It was a scary moment for Jones, and he's thankful to the Packers for coming up with a way to make sure that it never happens again. Copyright 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. All rights reserved. View this post on. MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) --- Green Bay Packers running back Aaron Jones announced on his Instagram account that his father has died on Wednesday, April 7.There hasn't been an official announcement yet . For the second time in his career, Aaron Jones deflection ona personal question about Aaron Rodgers has gone viral on Twitter. In August,when asked if he had been vaccinated, Rodgers told reporters, "Yeah, I've been immunized." In Jones' post, he says his father has not missed a game of his in nine years. Dont Borrow From the Bank Borrow From Yourself, 3 Smart Ways To Help You Find Cash In Your Home, Packers got a much-needed 35-17 win on Monday night.
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