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 ThaVirus:
He wasn't great, but I'm honestly not sure the best performance of his career would have made the difference in that game.
Out of curiosity, how do you think Mahomes performed in Super Bowl LV?
His best? Probably not. That being said, these two passes are two of the all time great throws in football history IMO. Glad this guy is on our side.
Originally Posted by Pasta Little Brother:
What about the dramatic drop in posts by all the Denver faithful on this board? Many of which LIVED here when they had the upper hand
I can’t speak for them... I’ve been around. [Reply]
Originally Posted by Coogs:
His best? Probably not. That being said, these two passes are two of the all time great throws in football history IMO. Glad this guy is on our side.
I particularly love the uncalled jersey grab by the Bucs defender on Pringle as he turned to run to the corner on that first throw. All. night. long. [Reply]
Originally Posted by Red Dawg:
Here is what will happen. They will make Aaron the highest paid player in the league and he will suddenly have a change of heart. He will then continue to bitch about lack of weapons after they lose another playoff game.
He’s allowing his friends to put the message out. He doesn’t want to leave. He just wants them to fix his lame duck contract to give him insurance. As it stands, they could basically make a clean break after next season. And anyone who thinks that GB’s FO is going to trade the MVP or allow him to retire rather than give him a little more insurance is insane. They’ll eventually reach an agreement, his contract will be re-negotiated, and he will be suiting up for the Packers once again.
Meanwhile, Denver will be stuck with “Horse Cock Lock.” That is, until Bridgewater takes over in week 8. [Reply]
Originally Posted by Coogs:
His best? Probably not. That being said, these two passes are two of the all time great throws in football history IMO. Glad this guy is on our side.
On that first one, Pringle was interfered with more than any other contact made on the PIs they threw against KC. And the ball was a lot more catchable than the one Brady overthrew by 10 yards past the end zone.
Two Tampa players legitimately held him with the second one nearly dragging him to the ground. I will never accept that these refs weren’t one of the main reasons why the Chiefs lost. [Reply]
Originally Posted by TheMartyr:
On that first one, Pringle was interfered with more than any other contact made on the PIs they threw against KC. And the ball was a lot more catchable than the one Brady overthrew by 10 yards past the end zone.
Two Tampa players legitimately held him with the second one nearly dragging him to the ground. I will never accept that these refs weren’t one of the main reasons why the Chiefs lost.
We got flat out raped by the refs that entire game on both sides of the ball. They owed us 2 TDs from the first half of that game that never came. [Reply]
Originally Posted by kccrow:
I particularly love the uncalled jersey grab by the Bucs defender on Pringle as he turned to run to the corner on that first throw. All. night. long.
The whole damn game was dirty as fuck. Brady is a fake ref goat. How is it his teams always seem to hold down high powered offenses in the playoffs and SB's. Rams back in the day then again a few years ago. Us twice and GB this past year. Its total bullshit rigging. [Reply]
Originally Posted by Pasta Little Brother:
Not true at all. You disappeared for the entire seasons pretty much of Mahomes clowning Denver until the Rodgers rumors
You should see the delusion on Orange Mange....
If they get Rodgers....Now talent is equal :-)
And Coaching is equal or better for Donks :-):-)
2015.....10 Games.....
But yeah....oh so close......
Originally Posted by Pasta Little Brother:
Not true at all. You disappeared for the entire seasons pretty much of Mahomes clowning Denver until the Rodgers rumors
That’s just incorrect. I made several congratulatory posts in gave threads during the season. [Reply]
Yep. And my favorite, the 'Window is CLOSED for KC!" :-)
Completely DELUSIONAL entitled fan base. Would like nothing more than for them to lose out on Rodgers and come CRASHING down to earth. LAST PLACE is waiting...Again! :-) [Reply]
