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 RunKC:
Rodgers would be a fool to come to the AFC :-)
Brady might be done, Dak sucks, Kyler was terrible in the playoffs, Russ is on a shit team and Lance is unknown. It’s basically him vs Stafford for the immediate future. Did I mention his division is the easiest in the league?
Nah man this guy wants to go to the AFC West and play Mahomes and Herbert and then compete with Allen, Mahomes and Burrow for the conference :-)
Make no mistake. Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen are currently better than Aaron Rodgers. He’s borderline the 3rd best QB in the conference
His deal is almost up I think and there's no way he'd resign if they trade AR...
Adams is 30 this year and his last contract was 4 years and $58M, this is his last shot really to sign that next big deal. Rodgers is either gone or back for 2 years? Adams will get a big contract and he won't be in GB next season and he won't sign any team friendly deals knowing that Rodgers has a very short shelf life. [Reply]
I could see the Niners going all in for him, if they crash out this weekend. Niners would be a preferred choice for Rodgers. 2 years, max and Lance behind Rodgers. [Reply]
Originally Posted by NEOM:
I could see the Niners going all in for him, if they crash out this weekend. Niners would be a preferred choice for Rodgers. 2 years, max and Lance behind Rodgers.
Unfortunately, they have to see what that have with Lance. He signed a 4 year done and is a FA after 2024... they don't have time to entertain Rodgers for what that would cost and then lose out on the development of this most recent #1 pick. [Reply]
if Brady decides to hang up the cleats, would Rogers consider Tampa? Seems like a good fit, with the talent they have. Since Payton is leaving the Saints the division looks pro Tampa. Brings Adam's along and they are in the playoff's next season [Reply]
Originally Posted by CatinKS:
if Brady decides to hang up the cleats, would Rogers consider Tampa? Seems like a good fit, with the talent they have. Since Payton is leaving the Saints the division looks pro Tampa. Brings Adam's along and they are in the playoff's next season
Tampa has no talent. They are all free agents or will be cap casualties. [Reply]
Originally Posted by CatinKS:
if Brady decides to hang up the cleats, would Rogers consider Tampa? Seems like a good fit, with the talent they have. Since Payton is leaving the Saints the division looks pro Tampa. Brings Adam's along and they are in the playoff's next season
Tampa would be a great spot for Rodgers, just as it was for Brady. Warm weather for old guy who is tired of freezing weather. Loaded roster to help win games. [Reply]
Originally Posted by Mile High Mania:
Unfortunately, they have to see what that have with Lance. He signed a 4 year done and is a FA after 2024... they don't have time to entertain Rodgers for what that would cost and then lose out on the development of this most recent #1 pick.
If they gave up picks for Rodgers after trading up for Lance, then Lynch should be fired. [Reply]
(Cont.): Fowler also went onto report that he’s heard both Rodgers and the #Packers Front Office have had meetings, but they haven’t been “too intense yet”, recapping the season/pieces they like/etc. Which is on par for other reports.
