6 Pros and cons of Packers trading Aaron Rodgers

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Dec 4, 2022; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) and quarterback Jordan Love (10) listen to head coach Matt LaFleur during the fourth quarter at Soldier Field in Chicago, Ill. The Green Bay Packers beat the Chicago Bears 28-19. Mandatory Credit: Mark Hoffman-USA TODAY Sports /

Pro: Unleash Matt LaFleur’s offense

There’s been a quiet, raging war between Rodgers and Matt LaFleur’s offensive principles since the coach arrived.

LaFleur wants to spread the weapons, put them in motion to confuse the defense and use the middle of the field. Think about the way the San Francisco 49ers utilize their weapons despite starting a seventh-round rookie at quarterback. LaFleur has shown some flashes of that creativity, but his offensive approach has yet to be fully embraced. That would change with Love at the helm.

Con: Signals a rebuild

It will take at least a year or two for the Packers to right the ship and return to their winning ways following a Rodgers trade. The $40 million cap hit will make it very difficult for them to be competitive next season and then it depends on how ready Love is to step into the spotlight.

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If Love isn’t as ready as he’s shown or as his teammates and coaching staff believe, Green Bay will be caught amongst the Chicago Bears of the world without a quarterback. That’s a brand new feeling for the Packers and one they wouldn’t like very much or at all.

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