NFL: The Green Bay Packers will have Jordan Love as their QB1 in 2023. For the first time in 31 years someone not named Brett Favre or Aaron Rodgers will be under center come week one. With that being said, having an experienced backup quarterback can make a huge difference. While it is not something the Packers have invested too many assets toward in the past, it may be a position they look to address going into this season. As it turns out, there may be one name already on their radar.
Green Bay Packers Showing Interest In Veteran Quarterback Sam Darnold (Rumor)

The San Francisco 49ers agreed to terms with QB Sam Darnold the same day that longtime Niners quarterback, Jimmy Garoppolo, reportedly agreed to sign with the Las Vegas Raiders.
San Francisco also has young guns Trey Lance and Brock Purdy, but both will be coming off surgeries in 2023. Lance was the team’s starter at the outset of the 2022 season before an ankle injury; Purdy became a folk hero for taking over after Lance and Garoppolo went down, winning every start until he, too, was injured during the NFC Championship game. Darnold could easily be the odd man out in San Francisco, and if that happens, the Green Bay Packers could swoop in.
Where Would That Leave The Packers Quarterback Situation?

Currently, the Green Bay Packers have Danny Etling and 2023 NFL Draft pick Sean Clifford as their backup options. Etling has been on the rosters or practice squads for seven teams since he was drafted. In other words, he does not seem like a trustworthy backup option in the event Love gets hurt.
Clifford was a fifth round pick, but many NFL Draft experts did not think he warranted a pick at all. So far, neither QB has solidified their job as a backup QB. Sam Darnold would come in and almost certainly take over the #2 role and provide five years of NFL playing experience. While Darnold isn’t necessarily a household name when it comes to the elite QBs in the league, having that veteran backup option keep the Packers’ season afloat for short stints.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sam Darnold's height and weight?
Sam Darnold has a height of 6 feet 3 inches and weighs 225 pounds. He was initially selected by the Jets as the third overall pick in the 2018 NFL Draft.
How much is Sam Darnold getting paid this year?
Sam Darnold is maximizing void years in his contract to save money to the team in 2023. This strategy involves spreading out his salary over a longer period, allowing the team to allocate more funds to other important areas. By pinching pennies in this way, Darnold is able to receive higher pay in future years while reducing the team's financial burden in the present.
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THE JETS HAVE TOP NOTCH PLAYERS..I’M PICKING THE JETS TO TAKE IT ALL THIS SEASON.. I’M A PACKER FAN FOR DECADES, BUT IM ALSO A NEW JETS FAN..