Reigning MVP Aaron Rodgers is so disgruntled with the Green Bay Packers that he has told some within the organization that he does not want to return to the team, league and team sources told ESPN on Thursday.
#Packers GM Brian Gutekunst to ESPN: "As we've stated since the season ended, we are committed to Aaron in 2021 and beyond. Aaron has been a vital part of our success and we look forward to competing for another championship with him leading our team."
Originally Posted by : Aaron Rodgers doesn't want to return to Green Bay Packers, sources say
Reigning MVP Aaron Rodgers is so disgruntled with the Green Bay Packers that he has told some within the organization that he does not want to return to the team, league and team sources told ESPN on Thursday.
The Packers are aware of his feelings, concerned about them and have had team president Mark Murphy, general manager Brian Gutekunst and head coach Matt LaFleur each fly out on separate trips to meet with Rodgers at various points this offseason, sources told ESPN.
"As we've stated since the season ended, we are committed to Aaron in 2021 and beyond," Gutekunst told ESPN. "Aaron has been a vital part of our success and we look forward to competing for another championship with him leading our team."
Rodgers has not budged this offseason, but neither have the Packers, who have made it known they are not interested in trading Rodgers anywhere.
The San Francisco 49ers called the Packers on Wednesday night, a source told ESPN, and the Los Angeles Rams inquired about Rodgers in January before they traded for Matthew Stafford.
The Packers quickly dismissed the Rams' overtures, the source said.
The Packers have offered to extend Rodgers' contract, sources told ESPN.
Rodgers is unhappy for a variety of reasons, with some of it dating back to last year's draft when the Packers didn't inform him before trading up to draft a quarterback with their first-round pick. Some took this as a sign that his days in Green Bay could he numbered.
He also is at a different point in his personal life, having recently gotten engaged to actress Shailene Woodley. Rodgers also has hosted "Jeopardy!" and said it would be a dream to become the full-time host. He could play football and host Jeopardy! together.
Rodgers has made cryptic comments about his future in Green Bay, but he has told others that he does not want to return.
On draft night, the Packers' biggest issue isn't who they land, but whether they can keep the former NFL MVP.
Rodgers' contract contained a $6.8 million roster bonus due in March. It could have been converted into a signing bonus that would have freed up more than $4.5 million in salary-cap space for this season but instead it "vested as scheduled," a source told ESPN at the time. It's listed as an automatic conversion in Rodgers' contract but even that has to be signed off on by both parties. It's not known if the Packers tried to convert and Rodgers refused to sign off on it, or if they did not attempt a conversion.
Originally Posted by Pasta Little Brother:
I told those moron bronco fans the relationship has been repaired with GB and they don't listen. Multiple sources
Originally Posted by Pasta Little Brother:
I told those moron bronco fans the relationship has been repaired with GB and they don't listen. Multiple sources
The #PatonPlan is all coming together perfectly for the Broncos. Denver has a chance to spend its top 10 pick on another CB, which will put them over the top and win them the division. They'll have a lower draft pick next year, but they won't need a high one because Rodgers will be one year older, and THAT'S when the Broncos will make their move, when they have a fully stocked roster.
By delaying the trade one more offseason, Denver is creating an unstoppable mega team at an overall cheaper price. Sensational 4D chess being played by General Paton when the rest of the NFL is still stuck on Tic Tac Toe! [Reply]
Originally Posted by RealSNR:
The #PatonPlan is all coming together perfectly for the Broncos. Denver has a chance to spend its top 10 pick on another CB, which will put them over the top and win them the division. They'll have a lower draft pick next year, but they won't need a high one because Rodgers will be one year older, and THAT'S when the Broncos will make their move, when they have a fully stocked roster.
By delaying the trade one more offseason, Denver is creating an unstoppable mega team at an overall cheaper price. Sensational 4D chess being played by General Paton when the rest of the NFL is still stuck on Tic Tac Toe!
Originally Posted by RealSNR:
The #PatonPlan is all coming together perfectly for the Broncos. Denver has a chance to spend its top 10 pick on another CB, which will put them over the top and win them the division. They'll have a lower draft pick next year, but they won't need a high one because Rodgers will be one year older, and THAT'S when the Broncos will make their move, when they have a fully stocked roster.
By delaying the trade one more offseason, Denver is creating an unstoppable mega team at an overall cheaper price. Sensational 4D chess being played by General Paton when the rest of the NFL is still stuck on Tic Tac Toe!
I was kind of liking your idea of Dungver having a team full of cornerbacks. But you may have figured out the PatonPlan here. [Reply]
Originally Posted by GoForIt:
He hates the GB GM. I also think he wants that challenge. He believes he is the best QB in the league.
Pro-tip: you should check your paints cans for loose lids. You may also want to be sure the seal on your microwave is intact. A mind is a terrible thing to waste. [Reply]
What if the broncos just trade for Jordan Love? They could argue he's better than Rodgers to make them feel good, because he was brought in to replace him. [Reply]