J.J. Watt made an unexpected appearance on “The Pat McAfee Show” on Wednesday, injecting some humor into the recent drama involving Aaron Rodgers and Jimmy Kimmel. The show had been at the center of attention due to Rodgers’ comments about Kimmel and a list allegedly linking individuals to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
JJ Watt has breaking news on The Pat McAfee Show: “My breaking news was actually that I know absolutely nothing about the Epstein list. I don’t want to get in trouble.” pic.twitter.com/MF44S5cU3G
— Awful Announcing (@awfulannouncing) January 3, 2024
Watt couldn’t resist making a playful comment about the situation, saying, “My breaking news was actually that I know absolutely nothing about the Epstein list. But I don’t want to get in trouble.” His remark elicited nervous laughter from McAfee and his crew.
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Everyone is excited 🔥
“There’s a lot of people, including Jimmy Kimmel are really hoping that doesn’t come out.”
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— Collin Rugg (@CollinRugg) January 2, 2024
The ongoing drama between Rodgers and Kimmel, which stems from their previous clashes over Rodgers’ vaccine status, escalated when Rodgers mentioned Kimmel on Tuesday, suggesting that an Epstein document would be coming out soon. Kimmel responded by criticizing Rodgers and expressing concern for his family’s safety.
McAfee addressed the situation on his show, acknowledging Kimmel’s perspective and the possibility that things went too far. He also expressed curiosity about what Rodgers might have to say next.
The exchange added a lighter note to the intense controversy surrounding Rodgers and Kimmel, with Watt’s humor providing a moment of levity on the show.