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6 Packers who could have contracts restructured for free agency

By Brian Sampson

GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN - NOVEMBER 15: Aaron Rodgers #12 of the Green Bay Packers celebrates a touchdown run with David Bakhtiari #69 in the 2nd quarter against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Lambeau Field on November 15, 2020 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty Images)
GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN - NOVEMBER 15: Aaron Rodgers #12 of the Green Bay Packers celebrates a touchdown run with David Bakhtiari #69 in the 2nd quarter against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Lambeau Field on November 15, 2020 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty Images) /
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SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA – JANUARY 19: Aaron Rodgers #12 of the Green Bay Packers reacts to throwing an interception late in the game against the San Francisco 49ers during the second half of the NFC Championship game at Levi’s Stadium on January 19, 2020 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)
SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA – JANUARY 19: Aaron Rodgers #12 of the Green Bay Packers reacts to throwing an interception late in the game against the San Francisco 49ers during the second half of the NFC Championship game at Levi’s Stadium on January 19, 2020 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images) /

Aaron Rodgers

Approaching the now three-time MVP Aaron Rodgers about a contract restructure will be a fickle beast. The Packers might already be on somewhat thin ice with Rodgers after drafting Jordan Love in the first round in 2020. However, whatever they decide to do with Rodgers will give us a huge hint on what their long-term plans are for the two quarterbacks.

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Rightfully so, Rodgers has the largest cap hit next season at a whopping $37.2 million. With that, he also offers the Packers the best chance to save money. If Green Bay restructures with him, they can save between $13-16 million, a significant chunk to say the least. However, that would mean guaranteeing more money in future years–something the front office might not be willing to do if they hope Love can take over long-term.

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