Aaron Rodgers may opt for in-season toe surgery
No.12 has a decision to make on the fractured toe which has caused much conjecture.
Green Bay’s star quarterback Aaron Rodgers was unbothered by a fractured toe during his phenomenal performance against Los Angeles last Sunday. Though, he may still go under the knife, with the injury causing some discomfort.
On Monday, NFL Media reported Rodgers had decided not to undergo surgery “at this time,” meaning the 37-year-old could in fact decide to surgically repair his toe, if current methods fail.
During his regular, weekly segment on the Pat McAfee Show, Rodgers elucidated his thinking on the matter.
“As compared this Monday to last Monday, I definitely felt better — same with this Tuesday to last Tuesday,” Rodgers told McAfee. “So I’ll just keep getting treatment. We’re hoping to avoid surgery, obviously, but the surgery would be such a minor one it wouldn’t be something that I’d have to miss time with. That’s a prerequisite for any surgery that I have at this point — I’m not going to miss any time. So we’ll re-assess early next week and make a decision. But it’s not something where [I’d miss time]. I could have surgery on a Monday or Tuesday and play on Sunday.”
Despite the quick recovery time, Rodgers admitted he would be unable to move the toe. As you can imagine, the decision thereby isn’t so simple.
“It would avoid any further displacement, but it would immobilize the toe,” Rodgers said. “So, we’re hoping that with a couple weeks here, we can get enough healing that maybe we can avoid doing that.
“Now, we’ll re-assess probably later this week and early next week. But the ultimate goal [is] to not have to do surgery. This thing heals up a little bit better and kind of make it through a few more weeks and maybe it doesn’t bother you the last few weeks of the season.”
Green Bay and Rodgers should be well rested after their bye week. With old foes Chicago on the horizon, Packers fans will be incredibly confident of another victory on Sunday Night Football.
Rodgers: Packers defense incomparable to its past
Amidst a noisy offseason in Green Bay, one group has been moving in silence. And if their quarterback is to be believed, they could finally get over the hump and back to the promised land.
Amidst a noisy offseason in Green Bay, one group has been moving in silence. And if their quarterback is to be believed, they could finally get over the hump and back to the promised land.
"It's definitely different," Rodgers told local reporters today. "It's not really like any of the other defenses that I've faced over the years in practice."
Joe Barry, Green Bay’s new defensive coordinator, has caused confusion for Rodgers and the offense during practice since taking over from the released Mike Pettine.
Recognizing the coverages of Barry’s new defense has been of Rodgers’ bug bears early on this preseason, with third-year safety Darnell Savage particularly causing confusion.
Savage has halted Rodgers many times throughout practice with his ability to swiftly shift positions and find himself where No. 12 wants to throw the ball. So much so, Rodgers has pulled him aside to pick his brain.
"I saw a flash out of my eye, and I couldn't believe … what the hell was Darnell doing there?" Rodgers said. "You're seeing these guys kind of running all over the place, which is definitely difficult even for an older quarterback like myself."
As for the Packers offense and the reigning MVP, there’s not much that’s going to be different. Why would there be after being the #1 scoring offense in the NFL in 2020?
"There's not a whole lot we wanted to change," Rodgers said when asked about this season’s offense.
"I think we might want to refine some things that we did last year and kick some plays out that really didn't fit what we were doing. Added a few things, some wrinkles. Matt does a great job of communicating those things."
Zach Wilson: Aaron Rodgers is my guy but Brady is the GOAT
Jets fans will be praying Zach Wilson shares more than a birthday with the GOAT once his NFL career gets underway.
Jets fans will be praying Zach Wilson shares more than a birthday with the GOAT once his NFL career gets underway.
Both Wilson and Brady blow out the candles tomorrow (August 3), turning 22 and 44 respectively. The BYU product admitted it’s a “pretty dang cool” coincidence before going on to reveal his admiration for the seven-time Super Bowl winner.
“I’d say one of the craziest parts is I think I was one in his first year in the NFL,” Wilson told New York media, via Al Iannazzone of Newsday. “It’s crazy to think about it.”
“Brady, in my opinion, is the greatest of all time,” Wilson said. “I don’t think you can argue that. Wherever he’s at, he’s winning.”
Despite rating the frenzied work-ethic and accomplishments of TB12, Wilson has long admired an NFC quarterback, a man who nearly left Titletown this offseason, none other than Aaron Rodgers.
“I’ve always been a Rodgers guy because of the flashiness, but the thing that’s important in the game is winning,” Wilson said.
“This is a team sport, it’s all about winning. It’s not about how cool a throw looks or anything like that. He’s definitely been a favorite to watch growing up. That’s just because of the way he does it, the way he’s found a system, a process that works for him as far as his offseason conditioning.”
The Jets will be hoping Wilson’s study of Rodgers and Brady translates into his game during his rookie year, as he looks to breathe life into a rejuvenated Jets lineup alongside first-time head coach Robert Saleh.
Why Davante Adams & Packers canceled extension talks
If you thought Green Bay’s offseason couldn’t get much worse, then look away now.
If you thought Green Bay’s offseason couldn’t get much worse, then look away now.
The Packers are already engaged in one will he/won’t he saga with quarterback Aaron Rodgers, and now All-Pro receiver Davante Adams is set to join him.
Despite being in discussions for months about a new long-term extension with the team, both Adams and the Packers have decided to end negotiations with the relationship said to be in a “bad place” according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport’s sources.
According to Rapoport, Green Bay have not offered a package which would make Adams football’s #1 paid receiver — a central component as to why extension talks have ceased.
Talks had continued despite the uncertainty surrounding Packers quarterback - another currently disgruntled with the front office.
Last season was spectacular for Adams on an individual level — finishing as the league leader in touchdown receptions (18) and fifth among receivers in yards.
The 28-year-old will become an unrestricted agent at the end of the 2021 NFL season.
Packers fans would love some positive news to come out of Lambeau quick smart. It’s difficult to see how they can return to former glories when their two prized assets remain at odds with the organization.
Aaron Rodgers turns down contract to become NFL’s highest paid player
According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, A-Rod turned down a two-year extension, meaning he would have remained in TItletown until the end of the 2025 season.
Aaron Rodgers’ relationship with the Packers is far from fixed with the first-ballot Hall of Fame declining their offer to become the NFL’s biggest earner.
According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, A-Rod turned down a two-year extension, meaning he would have remained in TItletown until the end of the 2025 season.
Rumors persist that Rodgers wants to leave Milwaukee, with Denver spoken about heavily. The prospect no matter how unlikely, is an enticing one for Broncos Country who would have another game-wrecker to go with Von Miller and their stout defense.
It had been rumored Rodgers was offered a new deal by Green Bay, however Schefter’s revelation of the scale proves yet again the Packers and no.12 are a long way apart.
Many expect the reigning MVP to return to Green Bay and head up the Packers’ push for a first Super Bowl appearance since their 31-25 win over Pittsburgh in 2011.
Whatever happens, we know this isn’t about money for Aaron, this proves it more than anything thus far.
If Rodgers doesn’t make his way to Denver before the season, this saga may not have an end date.
Buckle up folks.