Packers Aaron Rodgers on having to stay

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    February 18, 2023 2:43 AM EST

    The NFL has adopted strict COVID-19 protocols for Willie Herenton Jersey the 2020 regular season. As part of those protocols, players aren't allowed to leave their team's home city unle s it's for a road game -- and that includes during a bye week. quarterback is set to begin his bye week following Green Bay's 30-16 win over the on Monday Sam Waardenburg Jersey night.However, Rodgers isn't that happy about having to stay put in Wisconsin."Yeah, it sucks. Totally sucks," Rodgers , though he followed the statement up with a slight laugh, . "Obviously, it is what it is, the situation, but especially as an older player, I look forward to the Dominic Proctor Jersey bye weeks. I look forward to a reset, recharge the batteries. It is what it is. We'll be here. We'll make the most of it. But, it sucks."Players also have to take COVID-19 tests during their respective bye week. If a player mi ses a test without permi sion from their team, they are subject to a $50,000 fine. Mi sing two tests results is a one-game suspension without pay.Coronavirus cases in the Green Bay-area have seen Ray Lewis Jersey a 15 percent spike since September, according to the Brown County Health and Human Services. Rodgers will have to stay home during the bulk of the bye week as Zach Johnson Jersey he prepares to help the Packers improve their 4-0 record. Rodgers' comments come after the league was forced to close down the ' facilities. Overall, the team had 18 positive tests over the previous six days leading into Monday. On Tuesday, . They may start practicing as soon as Wednesday.