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UPDATE:
Ian Rapoport is now reporting that “nothing has happened” yet between Rodgers and the New York Jets. Stay tuned!
According to a report from Trey Wingo, the Green Bay Packers have traded Aaron Rodgers to the New York Jets. No details from the deal have been revealed at this time. With Rodgers being shipped to the Jets, the Packers will finally be rolling with Jordan Love as their starting quarterback. In case you had forgotten, Rodgers' last game in a Packers' uniform was a loss to the Detroit Lions, and his last pass was an interception by Lions' safety, Kerby Joseph.
Key Points
- Trey Wingo is reporting that Aaron Rodgers has been traded to the Jets.
- A return package has not yet been revealed.
- The Packers will roll with Jordan Love as their quarterback in 2023
- Rodgers' final game with the Packers was a loss to the Lions.
Why it Matters for Aaron Rodgers
Rodgers' departure from the Packers is significant, given his status as one of the greatest quarterbacks in NFL history. The move will undoubtedly have a substantial impact on the Packers and the NFL as a whole. The repercussions could be significant with Rodgers choosing the Jets as his next team. The Packers suffered a big loss, as would their devoted fans. Furthermore, Rodgers' departure shakes up the NFL, as he is widely recognized as one of the league's most talented and recognizable players.
Rogers by the Numbers
During his career with the Packers, Rodgers put up some insane stats:
- 10x Pro Bowl
- 4x All-Pro
- Super Bowl winner
- 230 career games
- 475 touchdowns and 105 interceptions
- 59,055 passing yards
Bottom Line: Packers to roll with QB not named Rodgers or Favre
With Rodgers being traded to the Jets, the Packers will call on Jordan Love as their starting quarterback heading into the 2023 season. It will be the first time a quarterback not named Brett Favre or Aaron Rodgers will be starting a season-opener for the Packers since 1992, when Don Majkowski started against the Minnesota Vikings.
