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."
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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 Mile High Mania:
True... and worst case, last year Denver's defense was #9 total defense and #3 in PPG allowed. So, there's that if it comes to it.
I feel like the loss of Fangio will make the D take a step back. [Reply]
Originally Posted by Mile High Mania:
That's honestly my fear... they're going to make a deal for JG. He has one year left... they want to move that money and let Lance take over, so he won't be as expensive. I can see that happening.
Just for shits and giggles question to you sir. If by your choice of flavor would you rather have Jimmy G or Derrick Carr? Is Jimmy G worth a 3rd or 2nd?
Derrick Carr is asking for 40 cents X $100,000,000
if price or trade didn't matter who would you rather have? [Reply]
Originally Posted by Rasputin:
Just for shits and giggles question to you sir. If by your choice of flavor would you rather have Jimmy G or Derrick Carr? Is Jimmy G worth a 3rd or 2nd?
Derrick Carr is asking for 40 cents X $100,000,000
if price or trade didn't matter who would you rather have?
That's almost like saying, "Ok, MHM ... I'm going to stand a foot away from you and kick you swiftly in the junk. Your choice - do you want me to kick with my left or right foot?"
One may be a little harder than the other, but at the end of it all... it's going to hurt like hell. [Reply]
Originally Posted by Mile High Mania:
That's almost like saying, "Ok, MHM ... I'm going to stand a foot away from you and kick you swiftly in the junk. Your choice - do you want me to kick with my left or right foot?"
One may be a little harder than the other, but at the end of it all... it's going to hurt like hell.
:-) OMG I'm really sorry I asked, but that is the most accurate and honest answer . [Reply]
Whatever drama Aaron Rodgers manufactures, I'll bet dollars to donuts he will stay with Green Bay. Easy division to win each year; guaranteed playoffs; and a chance to go to the Super Bowl.
He'd be a fool to walk away from that. (And he just might be a fool.) [Reply]
- A 'thankful' iG post to the Packers from Aaron Rodgers tonight. - A Rodgers interview on Pat McAfee show tomorrow. - Packers announce GM Brian Gutekunst will have a press conference on Wednesday.
Yeah. The Aaron Rodgers decision is, um, coming NOW.
Originally Posted by Direckshun:
God, the Pack did everything to avoid the Favre spectacle with Rodgers.
But they’re getting it anyway.
Delicious.
Last year though they just ruined the draft for the young prospects it was their day but they just wouldn't shut the fuck up about Aaron Rodgers. [Reply]
