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Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff is the latest NFL star to spark curiosity about ayahuasca after appearing in Aaron Rodgers' Netflix docies "Enigma." The second episode of the series highlights Rodgers' week-long retreat in Costa Rica, where he and fellow NFL players explored the spiritual and mental benefits of plant-based medicines, including ayahuasca.
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Rodgers, a known advocate for psychedelic healing, has been open about his experiences with ayahuasca, often crediting it for enhancing his mental clarity and overall wellness.
"I would say that with other psychedelics you go in thinking this is going to be a good time," Rodgers told Enigma. "I hunker down, like, 'Okay, this is going to be tough.' It's the hardest medicine possible that I've tried."
Jared Goff's interest in Rodgers' journey
Goff, who makes a cameo in the series during a charity event in California, is seen expressing his intrigue about Rodgers' retreat. Speaking directly to the New York Jets quarterback, Goff said, "I am curious about that stuff that you're doing down there - the medicine stuff."
While Goff didn't explicitly say whether he plans to follow in Rodgers' footsteps, his curiosity reflects a growing interest among professional athletes in alternative wellness practices.
Ayahuasca, a psychoactive brew originating from South American indigenous traditions, has been touted as a means to achieve spiritual awakening, emotional healing, and mental clarity.
High-profile figures like Rodgers have openly embraced its use, leading to broader conversations about mental health and alternative treatment options in sports.
With Goff's Lions in the middle of an intense season, his interest in mental well-being and mindfulness could be seen as an effort to stay grounded amid the pressures of professional football. Players often face mental strain, not just from the physical demands of the game but also from dealing with the external criticism and expectations from fans and media.