Aaron Rodgers Drops a Bomb on Tony Fauci, 'That Absolute Coward'

Aaron Rodgers, an NFL quarterback who has questioned vaccines and government pandemic responses, called Dr. Fauci a "coward" and "criminal" after Fauci invoked the Fifth Amendment in a legal proceeding. The disagreement reflects broader debate over vaccine policies and the government's pandemic handling.

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National story. 32 articles from 24 sources. Updated Aug 7, 2026.

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Ran by 4 outlets across the spectrum· Cleveland Plain Dealer, NJ.com / Star-Ledger
Cleveland Plain DealerLean Left· Aug 3, 2026

Aaron Rodgers shares frustration with Anthony Fauci and ESPN

NJ.com / Star-LedgerLean Left· Aug 3, 2026

Aaron Rodgers shares frustration with Anthony Fauci and ESPN

Center

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NewsweekCenter· Aug 4, 2026

Mike McCarthy Reacts to Aaron Rodgers’ Anthony Fauci, ESPN Rants on McAfee

Deseret NewsCenter· Aug 4, 2026

‘Absolute coward’: What Aaron Rodgers said about Dr. Anthony Fauci

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MyStatelineCenter· Aug 3, 2026

Aaron Rodgers calls Fauci 'coward,' 'criminal' for invoking the Fifth Amendment

Border ReportCenter· Aug 3, 2026

Aaron Rodgers calls Fauci 'coward,' 'criminal' for invoking the Fifth Amendment

We Are Green BayCenter· Aug 3, 2026

Aaron Rodgers calls Fauci 'coward,' 'criminal' for invoking the Fifth Amendment

ABC 27 HarrisburgCenter· Aug 3, 2026

Aaron Rodgers calls Fauci 'coward,' 'criminal' for invoking the Fifth Amendment

Mycham Plain ValleyCenter· Aug 3, 2026

Aaron Rodgers calls Fauci 'coward,' 'criminal' for invoking the Fifth Amendment

KTSM 9 NewsCenter· Aug 3, 2026

Aaron Rodgers calls Fauci 'coward,' 'criminal' for invoking the Fifth Amendment

FOX 21 Colorado SpringsCenter· Aug 3, 2026

Aaron Rodgers calls Fauci 'coward,' 'criminal' for invoking the Fifth Amendment

WWLP SpringfieldCenter· Aug 3, 2026

Aaron Rodgers calls Fauci 'coward,' 'criminal' for invoking the Fifth Amendment

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Aaron Rodgers calls Fauci 'coward,' 'criminal' for invoking the Fifth Amendment

The OregonianCenter· Aug 3, 2026· ran in 4 outlets

Aaron Rodgers shares frustration with Anthony Fauci and ESPN

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14 sources
NewsBustersRight· Aug 7, 2026

Aaron Rodgers Drops a Bomb on Tony Fauci, 'That Absolute Coward'

New York PostLean Right· Aug 4, 2026

Steelers coach Mike McCarthy responds to Aaron Rodgers’ takedown of Dr. Anthony Fauci

The Daily WireRight· Aug 4, 2026

For Aaron Rodgers, Vindication Has A Pittsburgh Accent

NewsBustersRight· Aug 4, 2026

Aaron Rodgers Pleads The Fifth ‘Like That Absolute Coward Tony Fauci’ During ESPN Interview

The Daily SignalRight· Aug 4, 2026

‘Absolute Criminal’: Aaron Rodgers Unloads on Fauci After Senate Hearing

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