Rodgers backs NFL over Paris game security amid unrest

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 23 Oct, 11:34 · Archive

Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers expressed confidence in the NFL's security decisions for Sunday's game in Paris despite recent civil unrest in France.

Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers expressed confidence in the NFL's security judgement for Sunday's game against the New Orleans Saints at Stade de France in Paris, despite recent civil unrest in the city and wider France. Speaking at a news conference after the team arrived, Rodgers said: 'I definitely think that the NFL is alert to what's going on. This game means a lot to the NFL. If it was unsafe, then I'm sure we wouldn't be here.'

The U.S. State Department issued a security alert late Thursday, noting that numerous groups had submitted plans for protests on Saturday, with Americans attending the Sunday game advised to exercise caution and be aware of their surroundings. The alert warned that whilst permits may be filed for demonstration routes, last-minute changes can happen and protests can occur outside planned routes.

A morning practice for the Steelers at Stade de France was cancelled on Friday because of bad weather, with wind and light rain affecting Paris. The team had flown overnight from Pittsburgh and the outdoor session at 11 a.m. local time was called off 90 minutes beforehand. NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said on Wednesday he had spoken with U.S. authorities about the security situation.

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• Steelers QB Aaron Rodgers backs NFL on holding game in Paris despite recent unrestSteelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers has expressed confidence in the NFL to make security decisions around staging a game in Paris amid recent civil unrest in the city.News4Jax · 23 Oct, 09:45
• Steelers QB Aaron Rodgers backs NFL on holding game in Paris despite recent unrestSteelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers has expressed confidence in the NFL to make security decisions around staging a game in Paris amid recent civil unrest in the city.Clickorlando · 23 Oct, 09:45

In this story: Aaron Rodgers · Pittsburgh Steelers · New Orleans Saints · Paris · France · Stade de France · Roger Goodell · U.S. State Department

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