Discussing Russell Wilson, Jets QBs, Jacoby Brissett Aaron Rodgers

On Sunday night, the Green Bay Packers fell to 4-8 after a 40-33 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. Late in the game, Aaron Rodgers was replaced by Jordan Love due to Rodgers’ injuries. Which made us think – Rodgers signed a three year, $150 million contract in March, but the Packers only have Love under club control for one more season, unless they pick up his fifth-year option. Is it time for the Packers to see what they could get in a trade for Rodgers, and if so, which team would provide the best landing spot? 

Doug: The first thing the Packers need to do is to find themselves a new defensive coordinator. The second thing they should do is to float the idea that Rodgers would be available for the right price. And I think the most obvious good fit would be the Las Vegas Raiders. I don’t think that Josh McDaniels is all in on Derek Carr, who could be moved in a deal. Such a trade would reunite Rodgers with Davante Adams, and Rodgers would certainly have more weapons in Las Vegas than he does in Green Bay. Rodgers has been playing through injuries all season, so I don’t think what we’ve seen from him of late is representative of what he has left in the tank, and McDaniels is used to dealing with driven, high-profile quarterbacks from his years with Tom Brady. I’m not saying the Packers SHOULD trade Rodgers, but if they do, they’d better get a mega-haul for him. 

Luke: After our conversation earlier, it’s hard not to wonder if the Jets would be the best place for Rodgers to land. They’ve got a strong defense, tons of young, talented playmakers on offense, and could make enough moves to absorb Rodgers’ contract under the salary cap. Considering how well this team has played this year despite the quarterback situation, I wonder if Rodgers would see a chance to maybe win another ring with what the Jets already have going for them.