There’s something about celebrity golf tournaments that brings out the casual, quirky side of star athletes—and sometimes, the unfiltered side too.
Over the weekend, NFL veteran Aaron Rodgers added another memorable moment to his collection during the American Century Championship at Lake Tahoe.
But let’s just say, it wasn’t all smooth swings and friendly autographs.
Rodgers Brushes Off a Young Fan with a Cold One-Liner
While most celebrities at the event—including Jason and Travis Kelce—made time for their fans, Rodgers had a less-than-warm exchange with a young spectator.
As the 41-year-old walked between holes, a boy shouted out, “You almost hit me, Aaron Rodgers.”
Rodgers’ response? Not an apology, but a deadpan: “Almost doesn’t count.”
The moment, caught on camera and quickly posted to social media, went viral for its brutally honest—and hilarious—delivery.
Was it savage? Absolutely. But fans online couldn’t decide whether to cringe or applaud the quick wit.
Not the First Time Rodgers Kept It Real This Week
Just a few days earlier, Rodgers had another moment with a fan that sparked conversation.
This time, it involved a suspected autograph dealer trying to get him to sign a rare item—a ticket stub from Rodgers’ very first NFL appearance back in 2005.
Rodgers, always one with a sharp memory, wasn’t buying it.
“You’re talking to somebody with a great memory,” he told the man, before grilling him about the game.
While the fan claimed to remember the score and the opponent (the Saints), he couldn’t name the fullback Rodgers completed his first pass to—Vonta Leach.
The fact that the guy blanked at that question sealed his fate. No autograph.
But It’s Not All Ice-Cold Moments from the NFL Star
Despite these viral clips, Rodgers wasn’t all stone-faced comebacks at the tournament.
In fact, he spent a good chunk of his time connecting with fans, signing autographs, and posing for pictures with spectators.
One of the most heartwarming scenes came during a practice round on Thursday, when Rodgers reunited with a very special fan: his so-called “Tahoe Grandma,” Carol Sargent.
The pair have built a two-decade-long friendship ever since she first introduced herself at the same tournament years ago.
Carol, who was even featured in Rodgers’ Netflix documentary “Enigma,” greeted him with open arms, literally.
She wrapped him in a warm hug and held his face affectionately—proving that while Rodgers can be snarky, he definitely has his softer side too.
A Fixture at Lake Tahoe—and a Fan Favourite (Most of the Time)
Rodgers has been a regular at the Lake Tahoe event for years, and it’s clear he has his own rhythm when it comes to interacting with the public.
Whether it’s roasting a kid or hugging a lifelong fan, he keeps people talking.
And maybe that’s just the Rodgers brand: part charming, part confrontational, and always unpredictable.