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Robert Zeglinski

Al Michaels introduced Jordan Love on TNF by recalling Aaron Rodgers’ night of drinking when he was drafted

Thursday night was a momentous occasion for Jordan Love. With a key divisional matchup against the Detroit Lions on deck at Lambeau Field, that meant the first-year full-time starter was set to enjoy his first-ever home night game. When it comes as a member of the Packers, that is no small feat. Because of their rich tradition, the Green Bay faithful expect many occasions like this.

So, of course, Al Michaels had to put his own unique spin on Love’s milestone.

As Love took the field for the Packers’ first possession, the legendary announcer referenced how Aaron Rodgers immediately (and infamously) took to the “liquor cabinet” after Green Bay drafted the young signal caller in 2020.

Not the moment I’d choose to highlight, that’s for sure. But I guess that’s what Michaels does. And it’s not like he told a lie — that is indeed what happened when Rodgers realized he’d have a backup the Packers were grooming to play behind him.

But still. What an outlandish thing to say on live television.

This is how Twitter reacted

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