One of HIPAA's functions is to protect confidential and private medical records, but this is not the case here. 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. I have a locker room full of brothers here that are making sure Im ok. Would love your thoughts, please comment. "I'm used to turning around and seeing my dad in the stands and just smiling to know everything is OK," Aaron Jones said. Alvin Jones Sr. died of COVID-19 complications at age 56. "That's not for me to say," Jones said on if he knew of Rodgers's vaccination status before Wednesday's news. NFL Network reporter Ian Rapoport said Rodgers was not vaccinated. The latest Packers news straight to your inbox! Aaron also said to expect some touchdown celebrations in honor of Alvin Sr. this season. Jones HIPAA answer also trended onTwitter, with most commenters making the point that HIPAA doesnt apply to individuals. I have a locker room full of brothers here who are making sure that Im OK, said Jones. Alvin Sr. was a 29-year military veteran who retired from active duty in 2013 to spend more time with his kids and help support Aaron and Alvin Jr.s passion for football. Then he made a few big plays in the red zone to get the Packers on the board. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. The star quarterback has tested positive for COVID-19 and has not received the vaccination, perNFL Network's Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo. Ed. The cause of death is . "I think he'd be ecstatic," he says of his father. More: El Pasoan Aaron Jones adds pocket on jersey to secure father's ashes during NFL games. The Packers paid Jones $48 million over four years for games like Monday. Deflecting these questions is something Jones has experienced before. There will be games in which the Packers throw it a ton, and Rodgers and Adams combine for a ton of yards. All Rights Reserved. (AP. I believe thats HIPAA. "Thank you to him. "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.". 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. 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. 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,. Jones dodged that question but happily offered up Demi Lovato as his dream date, then tweeted a date request to Lovato that went viral. He taught me to keep God first that with God, anything is possible. (WFRV) Aaron Jones announced on his Instagram account that his father has passed away. 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. 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. Aaron Jones had a monstrous Monday Night Football game against the Detroit Lions. Probably after his second touchdown. Aaron Rodgers ' father came out in support of his son after the Green Bay Packers star admitted he used homeopathic and other forms of treatment instead of getting the COVID-19 vaccine. In Jones' post, he says his father has not missed a game of his in nine years. 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So Jones played with a necklace with a football-shaped medallion that contained his dad's ashes inside. The Packers were awful in Week 1 and not much better to start Week 2. Aaron Jones is currently at Packers OTAs in Green Bay and met with the media on Tuesday afternoon. Jones recently signed an extension to stay in Green Bay. Can I legally marry my cousin in Wisconsin? 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. 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. https://t.co/PsJW9vkPR9. Im not going to get into that, Ijust focus on myself and my health, I dont really focus on anybody elses status.. The defense couldn't get the stops it needed. Updated: April 7, 2021 1:51 PM. Now that Alvin is back home, Aaron said his teammates have been the ones picking him up. If your child will play baseball or softball this spring, youll need to stock up on appropriate clothing and equipment. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. 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He also decided against getting the. '", Packers' Jones recovers chain with dad's ashes, The future of the NFL combine: Is there really a chance it could end forever? Jones spoke beautifully for over four minutes about his father, adding that there are goals for his career only he and his father have discussed. 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. The things hes done for me in my life hes been there every step of the way. Jones Sr. was 56, a father of five including Jones, and a U.S. Army veteran. All rights reserved. He was at every game, and before the game, I would go to a certain spot where he was sitting. I can now confirm, with . Thought this was the best video from last night. The passing game will still have to figure things out if opponents are going to keep playing two-deep zone. "But I know he's happy. EL PASO, Texas -- Funeral services were held Friday afternoon for Alvin Jones Sr., the father of Green Bay Packers star running back Aaron Jones. Alvin Jones, Sr., was a COVID-19 victim. Packers running back Aaron Jones lost a necklace containing his father's ashes in the end zone. He's dangerously, and willfully, misinformed. "[He] found it, so we're perfect," Jones said. When asked what he would've said to his father after a game like Monday's, Aaron Jones replied: "Just go home and tell him: 'I did it, Dad . He taught me to believe in myself. Aaron Jones' father victim of COVID-19 Alvin Jones, Sr., Aaron's father, died earlier this year, April 6. Packers trainer Bryan Engel. In August,when asked if he had been vaccinated, Rodgers told reporters, "Yeah, I've been immunized." The Lions fell apart after keeping the Monday night TV audience interested into the second half. 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 .