In a whirlwind of events, Aaron Rodgers' short-lived run as a potential vice president candidate has come to an end. The New York Jets quarterback found himself in the spotlight for approximately three days, capturing national attention with his rumored association with conspiracy theory-driven fringe candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

Reports emerged on Tuesday, indicating that Rodgers was being considered as a potential running mate for Kennedy. This news was further validated when Kennedy himself confirmed the speculation. However, just a day later, the quarterback found himself embroiled in controversy.

On Wednesday, it was reported that Rodgers had expressed belief in the conspiracy theory that the Sandy Hook shooting was a "government inside job." This revelation sparked widespread backlash and raised questions about the validity of his potential candidacy. In response, Rodgers posted a tweet on Thursday describing the tragedy as "an absolute tragedy," leaving many perplexed by his choice of words.

Soon after, a video surfaced on Friday featuring Kennedy announcing his running mate selection, which shattered any hopes of Rodgers being chosen. Kennedy declared that his pick was none of the individuals previously discussed, effectively eliminating Rodgers as a contender. Mediaite later confirmed on Saturday that Kennedy had chosen Nicole Shanahan, a California-based attorney and entrepreneur, as his running mate.

Reports suggest that concerns raised by campaign donors played a role in Rodgers' exclusion from the ticket. The controversy surrounding his alleged beliefs about the Sandy Hook shooting likely played a significant part in the decision-making process. However, the extent to which this influenced Rodgers' candidacy remains unclear.

Despite being embroiled in the controversy, the publicity surrounding the episode certainly generated attention for the Kennedy campaign. As a well-established Kennedy supporter, Rodgers may view the attention he received as a positive outcome, regardless of his likelihood of actually becoming the running mate.

With his vice presidential aspirations now behind him, Rodgers can focus on his upcoming season with the New York Jets. Last season, he missed the majority of games due to a torn Achilles tendon. The recent signing of veteran Tyrod Taylor for a substantial price further fueled speculation about Rodgers' future in the NFL and possible retirement plans.

Ultimately, whether this entire episode was meant to be a publicity stunt or inadvertently painted Rodgers as a Sandy Hook conspiracy theorist, its impact on his football career remains uncertain. However, one thing is certain - his brief foray into the world of politics has come to an abrupt conclusion.