Aaron Rodgers spent four days in a dark isolated room in an effort to gain some perspective on his life and future in football. While he has been criticized by many in the media and by some fans, this kind of darkness retreat is not as “out there” as one might think. The facility that Rodgers stayed in, Sky Cave Retreats, is booked solid through the summer. Rodgers has, no doubt, garnered some insight about what he plans to do in 2023 as a result of his experience. However, no one outside of himself (or his inner circle) is aware of what that exact plan is, which begs the question: what’s next?
Aaron Rodgers Is Still Under Contract with the Green Bay Packers
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As trade rumors have swirled, Rodgers made one thing clear during his appearances on The Pat McAfee Show: “I am still under contract with the Green Bay Packers.” Rodgers and the Packers agreed to a massive three-year $150 million prior to the 2022 season. It makes sense, therefore, to assume that Rodgers will be under center for Green Bay in 2023 until one of two things happen:
- He announces his intention to retire this offseason
- The Green Bay Packers announce they will start Jordan Love regardless of what Rodgers decides and will seek a trade if he returns
Prior to his darkness retreat, Rodgers told McAfee that after his experience he would be taking a vacation and doing some traveling. This trip, he said, would take him up to March 1 when he would return home. Around that time, he expects to be ready to make a decision. This would give the Packers time to prepare for the 2023 season with or without him.
Of course, anything can happen. However, we have been told these two things multiple times:
- The Green Bay Packers want Aaron Rodgers back (any “report” that says they do not want Rodgers back has NOT come from the organization)
- Aaron Rodgers wants to end his career with the Green Bay Packers
Based on these facts, it seems like either Rodgers will play for the Packers in 2023 or he will retire. Things can change; change is an inevitable part of life, as Rodgers might say. However, the answer to the question of what Rodgers will decide is not as complicated as people make it out to be.
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FAQs
Will the Green Bay Packers Make the 2023 NFL Playoffs?
According to sportsbooks, the Green Bay Packers are currently ninth overall (+3000) to win the 2024 Super Bowl. This is the highest among 2022 non-playoff teams, signaling they’ll be playoff-bound.
Who Do the Green Bay Packers Play in 2023?
Aside from their divisional opponents (Vikings, Lions, and Bears), whom they place twice, the Packers play the Saints, Buccaneers, Chiefs, Chargers, and Rams at home in 2023. They’ll travel on the road to face the Falcons, Panthers, Broncos, Raiders, Giants, and Steelers.
Who Owns the Green Bay Packers?
The team is owned by Green Bay Packers, Inc., a publicly owned and traded non-profit. There are currently over 360,000 stockholders. Mark Murphy currently holds the role of Packers president and CEO, with plans to retire in 2025.
How Many Super Bowls Have the Packers Won?
The Packers have won four Super Bowls. These victories include Super Bowl 1 and Super Bowl 2 after the 1966 and 1967 seasons. Their next title came in Super Bowl 31, following the 1996 season. Their most recent championship was Super Bowl 45, crowning them the winners of the 2010 season.
