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 Titty Meat:
Broncos win 10-12 games with Rodgers
Depends what they give up, but assuming it's none of their core, I think you're absolutely right. They should be pretty good.
I wouldn't be nearly as confident in the season sweep. That said, at least for this first season, that would be cushioned by the fact that beating the Packers would be a lot easier. [Reply]
Rodgers will love it in Denver; then when they end up blowing some games are are out of it, he'll pout like a bitch like he always does, a nd start with the retirement insinuation.
Originally Posted by TambaBerry:
What can the bronco's offer that would get a trade done? It would have to be a couple firsts and at least some young cheap good players
Probably Von so they can afford Aaron.
I would guess two or three ones and some more also. [Reply]
Originally Posted by Titty Meat:
Zach Bye
@byesline
Our guy @markschlereth just said on @1043TheFan that Aaron Rodgers to the Broncos “is as close to being a done deal as it can get.”
Originally Posted by TambaBerry:
What can the bronco's offer that would get a trade done? It would have to be a couple firsts and at least some young cheap good players
Not clear how many teams exist that can take the cap hit at this stage in the game and need a QB and are willing to give up significant capital.
Also, if it's true he has a short list of teams he's willing to play for and may not suit up if not traded, it's not like GB has a great deal of leverage. [Reply]
Funny thing is....is if the Broncos trade for Rodgers.....you can’t prepare for the future. You’re stuck until he retires because you can’t ever take a QB to sit behind him. [Reply]
GB just needs to trade him and get it over with. If he retires they get nothing but "pride for standing their ground". At least get the best haul you can get, regardless of team and move on. [Reply]
Per source, there are no negotiations currently happening between Broncos and Packers. Broncos are preparing for their selection at No. 9. Could things change? Yes. Is something imminent? No.
