Aaron Rodgers told ESPN Aaron Rodgers and manty other stand by Kaepernick after the controversy surrounding Kaepernick's refusal to stand for the national anthem. Since opting to be a free agent, he has not been picked up by any teams. Rodgers Rodgers is also "incredibly proud" of Patriots lineman Ryan O’Callaghan for coming out as gay. "I think society is finally moving in the right direction."