My dad and I had talked about that before we went to the 2019 NFL Honors and we got to see that award presented. Powered by. 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. 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. The 57-year-old spent his last days in an El Paso hospital. EL PASO, Texas -- Funeral services were held Friday afternoon for Alvin Jones Sr., the father of Green Bay Packers star running back Aaron Jones. Jones' father, Alvin Jones Sr., died in April from COVID-19 complications. Jones scored four touchdowns, three on catches from Rodgers, as the Packers got a much-needed 35-17 win on Monday night. With the help of Packers athletic trainer Bryan Engel and other staffers, the pendant was ultimately recovered. 1998 - 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. | All Rights Reserved. What happened to Aaron Jones' father? - Sportskeeda That has been one way to slow down Rodgers, and it worked great in Week 1. Necklace containing ashes of Aaron Jones' father found in Green - UPI Green Bay Packers Packers running back Aaron Jones was asked about quarterback Aaron Rodgers's vaccination status but refused to answer on Wednesday. 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. What's Next for Deshaun Watson and the Texans? (AP. More: El Pasoan Aaron Jones adds pocket on jersey to secure father's ashes during NFL games. Hes never missed a game. 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Jones dodged that question but happily offered up Demi Lovato as his dream date, then tweeted a date request to Lovato that went viral. Alvin Jones Sr., father of Aaron and Alvin Jones Jr., dies at 57 Packers RB Aaron Jones' Father Dies Suddenly at Age 57 - Heavy.com He showed me how a mans supposed to be a man. Jones helped make sure the Packers didn't find themselves in that early hole. The cause of death is . A post shared by Aaron Jones (@showtyme_33). Aaron Jones Asked About Aaron Rodgers's Vaccination Situation Jones has mentioned his father numerous times throughout his NFL career, especially after Alvin Sr.s dedicated presence caught the attention of Packers fans and quickly became another thing to love about having the talented tailback in Green Bay. Now that Alvin is back home, Aaron said his teammates have been the ones picking him up. 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Most of the post was centered around Alvin Sr. and the way he raised his children to be bigger people, but one passage, in particular, highlighted Jones appreciation for his father. 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. Green Bay Packers' Aaron Jones loses necklace containing late father's "They take hair or ashes, and they turn it into diamonds. "#Packers QB Aaron Rodgers was quoted as saying he's been 'immunized.'. Updated: April 7, 2021 1:51 PM. He thinks it came off during his second-quarter touchdown catch -- the second of three receiving touchdowns to go along with a rushing score. Alvin Jones Sr., who was the father of Aaron, died from COVID complications on April 6, according to the El Paso Times. Aaron Rodgers' father decries quarterback's 'haters' amid COVID vax The latest Packers news straight to your inbox! Aaron Jones reflects publicly on passing of father Alvin Jones Sr. for It was Jones' first game at Lambeau Field as he dedicates this season to his late father, Alvin Jones, who died of COVID-19 complications in April. "He's never . El Pasoan Aaron Jones adds pocket on jersey to secure father's ashes during NFL games, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. 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. I know hes there; hes got the best seat in the house. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. GREEN BAY, Wis. (WSAW)- April 7th will be a day Aaron Jones will never forget. The latest Packers news straight to your inbox! The things hes done for me in my life hes been there every step of the way. Would love your thoughts, please comment. It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. https://t.co/PsJW9vkPR9. "To me, that's like the MVP award for the NFL off-the-field. "Thank you to him. He was out there until 1:45 [a.m. CT]. For the first time since his passing, Jones opened up about the loss of his father and got emotional describing the man that meant so much to his family, as well as the city of El Paso. 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. Aaron Jones motivated to carry on his father's legacy Aaron Jones doesn't view Rodgers' decision on COVID vaccine as selfish Some nights, Im there with them at their houses on their couches, he said through tears. Green Bay Packers' Aaron Rodgers walks off the field after an NFL football game against the Washington Football Team Sunday, Oct. 24, 2021, in Green Bay, Wis. Jones will continue his journey of finding the end zone because thats his sanctuary. Jones wore a football-shaped necklace. Speaking with USA Today, Ed Rodgers said he is "proud . I found a long term immunization protocol to protect myself & I'm very proud of the research that went into that" ~@AaronRodgers12#PatMcAfeeShowLIVE pic.twitter.com/FDMmI5rZmO. The Packers were awful in Week 1 and not much better to start Week 2. Father of Aaron Jones, Alvin Sr., died of complications from COVID-19 So Jones played with a necklace with a football-shaped medallion that contained his dad's ashes inside. 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 small football-shaped medallion. My dad is the greatest man Ive ever encountered. I know hes up there watching me and itll be special.. MORE THINGS TO DO: For restaurant reviews and openings, things to-do and more, subscribe to El Paso Times. What will the Buffalo Bills do without defensive coordinator Leslie Frazier? Aaron Jones returns to the field with a heavy heart after his father's Aaron Jones was instrumental in the Green Bay Packers' 35-17 Week 2 victory over the Detroit Lions, finding the end zone a jaw-dropping four times during the prime-time contest.The veteran back . "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.". I have a locker room full of brothers here who are making sure that Im OK, said Jones. '", Packers' Jones recovers chain with dad's ashes, The future of the NFL combine: Is there really a chance it could end forever? Packers running back Aaron Jones was asked about quarterback Aaron Rodgers's vaccination status but refused to answer on Wednesday. (WFRV) - Aaron Jones announced on his Instagram account that his father has passed away. 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. 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. "So when I was seeing them, I was good. pic.twitter.com/KOFAMpBJQl, Matt Schneidman (@mattschneidman) October 28, 2019. Opinion: Aaron Rodgers isn't a victim of 'woke mob.' The Right Wing Is Rallying Around Novak Djokovic Over Vaccine Stance 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. GREEN BAY, Wis. (WSAW)- April 7th will be a day Aaron Jones will never forget. SPORTS ILLUSTRATED is a registered trademark of ABG-SI LLC. In Jones post, he says his father has not missed a game of his in nine years. Aaron Jones honors late father with 4 TDs on 'MNF,' reveals he lost It's something we have talked about, so just to be even nominated for [the Walter Payton] was an honor. EL PASO, TEXAS (KTSM) Beloved El Paso figure Alvin Jones Sr. passed away after a battle with COVID-19 at the beginning of April. Monday night had to be pretty special for Aaron Jones, in a few ways. The Serbian player has not publicly disclosed whether he is vaccinated, but Australian Border Force officials rejected the medical exemption he provided upon arriving in the country, which. For the first time since his passing, Jones opened up about the loss of his father and got emotional describing the man that meant so much to his family, as well as the city of El Paso. Along the way to his four-touchdown game in the Packers' 35-17 victory, Jones lost the necklace. 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Aaron Rodgers still estranged from his Chico parents: report This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. He also decided against getting the. 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. They never did. Ed. "He's everything to me," said Jones. Jones recently signed an extension to stay in Green Bay. Copyright 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. All rights reserved. Alvin Sr. was a great man, and a great father, and Aaron shows how strong their relationship was here. But they needed to figure those things out without being 0-2 to start the season. I know hes still gonna be there. Packers RB Aaron Jones mourns father's death - WKBT Also Check Out: Complete NFL Week 3 TV Schedule, Be the first one to comment on this story. "I don't think it's a selfish decision," Jones said after earlier declining to say if he knew whether Rodgers had been vaccinated. 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,. The defense has a lot to work on. All Rights Reserved. The Green Bay Packers running back scored four times and propelled his team to a massive 35-17 win. 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. The star quarterback has tested positive for COVID-19 and has not received the vaccination, perNFL Network's Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo. "I'm used to turning around and seeing my dad in the stands and just smiling to know everything is OK," Aaron Jones said. The Lions fell apart after keeping the Monday night TV audience interested into the second half. "There's guys across the league who are not vaccinated and. Alvin Jones Sr., the father of Green Bay Packers running back Aaron Jones and NFL linebacker Alvin Jones Jr., died Tuesday at the age of 57, according to Instagram posts from both of the. In Jones' post, he says his father has not missed a game of his in nine years. @mattschneidman/Twitter. Aaron also said to expect some touchdown celebrations in honor of Alvin Sr. this season. Deflecting these questions is something Jones has experienced before. Thats what this game is all about is having your brothers all around you.. In his first game at Lambeau Field. 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 ! 33 after his sons 67-yard TD, though. He has the best seat in the house.. 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 . 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. Aaron Rodgers' father made rare public comments about his estranged son after the NFL star's controversial COVID-19 vaccine remarks last week. Not everything went according to Jones' plans, though. "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. That forced the Packers to be patient. Its something I left with my dad, said Jones. 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. Jared Goff fumbled a snap, and the Packers turned the short field afterward into a touchdown. 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. The Packers needed to bounce back, and for a while that was in doubt. He did add that he was in full support of his quarterback and said he wouldn't consider a person not getting vaccinated selfish. The 57-year-old spent his last days in an El Paso hospital. Report: Prosecution Says Ruggs Was Driving 156MPH Before Crash, Browns' Mayfield Open to Working Things Out With OBJ. Alvin Jones died due to complications from COVID-19 in April. GREEN BAY, Wis. -- Aaron Jones had something special planned for his first game at Lambeau Field since his father's death in April. Aaron Rodgers vaccine status unclear - WISN 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 keep God first that with God, anything is possible. Jones added that it was nice to have his brother Alvin in Green Bay for a few weeks while Alvin tried out for the Packers. Did Aaron Rodgers lie about being vaccinated? Packers QB tests - nj Aaron Jones. 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. Jones finished the night with a career-best 155 receiving yards and another 67 rushing yards, and Alvin Sr. was there for it, loving every minute. Jones dedicated the rest of his career to his father, and said it was an honor to wear his fathers name on the back of his jersey. The passing game will still have to figure things out if opponents are going to keep playing two-deep zone. However, the RB was not unhappy about it. "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. XFL Week 3 preview: Can AJ McCarron, Battlehawks continue their fourth-quarter heroics? "I'll go look for it," Jones said on ESPN after the game. 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. Aaron Jones' father passes away | WFRV Local 5 - WEAREGREENBAY "They created a pocket [in my jersey] so it wouldn't fall out," Jones adds. Aaron Jones is currently at Packers OTA's in Green Bay and met with the media on Tuesday afternoon. NFL footage NFL Productions LLC. A cause of death was not indicated in either of the brothers posts. 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. I believe thats HIPAA. 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. 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. Aaron Jones had a heartbreaking family update for Packers fans on Wednesday. To me, that was amazing.". 0:00 0:21 Alvin Jones Sr., the father of former UTEP football stars Aaron and Alvin Jones Jr., died at age 57, according to a post on Aaron Jones' Instagram account. Aaron said during a Nov. 5 appearance on "The Pat McAfee Show" that he was allergic to an ingredient in the mRNA vaccines (which include Pfizer and Moderna). Aaron Jones had a monstrous Monday Night Football game against the Detroit Lions. "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. Alvin Jones, Sr., was. That made the score 35-17 and removed all doubt about the outcome. Jones' father, Alvin Jones Sr., died on April 6, 2021, of complications from COVID-19. 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. He revealed this in an interview after the game. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. 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. Aaron Jones is currently at Packers OTAs in Green Bay and met with the media on Tuesday afternoon. And now, thanks to grief wellness brand Eterneva, he'll be using the ashes to create a new special piece of jewelry that will also be game-ready. Hes everything to me, said Jones. Thought this was the best video from last night. Unfortunately, Jones lost the necklace. "So I know he's smiling.". He'd be happy, and say, 'If you lose it anywhere, lose it in the end zone.'". I can now confirm, with . On Sunday night, Packers trainer Bryan "Flea" Engel found it in a search that lasted until 2 a.m. Alvin Jones Sr., the father of Green Bay Packers running back Aaron Jones and NFL linebacker Alvin Jones Jr., died Tuesday at the age of 57, according to Instagram posts from both of the Jones twins. The 57-year-old spent his final. Photo: Quinn Harris/Getty. For instance, heres a shot of Alvin Sr. celebrating and showing off his sons Packers jersey to nearby fans in Arrowhead Stadium during a 2019 Sunday Night Football broadcast. Your login session has expired. Im still gonna have my moment with him, said Jones. 2023 ABG-SI LLC. NFL Network reporter Ian Rapoport said Rodgers was not vaccinated. The Packers paid Jones $48 million over four years for games like Monday. "A lot of people who really know me, they know that I wear a pendant with my father's ashes," he explains. NFL and the NFL shield design are registered trademarks of the National Football League.The team names, logos and uniform designs are registered trademarks of the teams indicated. For the second time in his career, Aaron Jones deflection ona personal question about Aaron Rodgers has gone viral on Twitter. 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 . He aimed to attend every one of Jones' games, offering words of encouragement from the sidelines. Im not going to get into that, Ijust focus on myself and my health, I dont really focus on anybody elses status.. Copyright 2021 WSAW. I have a locker room full of brothers here that are making sure Im ok. Jones Sr. was 56, a father of five including Jones, and a U.S. Army veteran. Aaron Jones, playing for his father who died of COVID-19 complications, has huge night in Packers win Frank Schwab September 20, 2021, 11:10 PM During the Monday night broadcast, ESPN's. Four years ago a celebrity website asked him about the relationship between Rodgers and former race car driver Danica Patrick. 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