It's not a secret that Aaron Rodgersisn't exactly pleased with the Green Bay Packers. The reigning NFL MVP threatened to sit out the season and some even thought he could retire if they didn't trade him.
Gladly for the team and the fans, he was able to work out some concessions with the front office to come back for -at least- another season. What the future holds after this campaign is anybody's guess.
That's why the legendary quarterback gave an update on his relationship with the team's front office, the staff, head coach Matt LaFleur and even General Manager Brian Gutekunst, the alleged person to blame for his desire to leave.
Aaron Rodgers Speaks Up On His Relationship With The Green Bay Packers
(Transcript via Essentially Sports)
“I mean, the people I have to deal with every day is the staff, my teammates. I have a really good relationship with the staff. Once you get into the football season, those are the most important relationships because you’re talking with them every day.”
“I’ve always had a good relationship with Matt when it comes to play-calling and installs and stuff I like. Then obviously having [offensive coordinator Nathaniel] Hackett, who’s a close friend, in the room, and [passing game coordinator Luke] Getsy. Those are the most important relationships.”
“The other one [Gutekunst], you know, I leave space and optimism for growth and change. But, you know, at this point, my focus is just on the football staff and making sure those conversations and communication are right going into the season."
Rodgers is a professional and will handle himself as such next season. But judging by his words and his attitude, it just doesn't seem like there's a way to make full amends and continue his career at Lambeau Field beyond this year.
