Finally, the story of the NFL offseason can be penned into the official record.
Monday saw the Green Bay Packers trade Aaron Rodgers to the New York Jets for three draft selections (and another high conditional one), including the No. 13 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. The legendary Rodgers era in Green Bay is over as he mirrors his predecessor by joining Gang Green.
With a contending roster on paper, the Jets get a quarterback who might be able to take them over the top. At the same time, the Packers can finally start building around Jordan Love and planning their future around him if he blossoms as they hope.
But how will Rodgers actually fit in New York? Was this trade compensation worth the trouble? Did the Packers come out well to hold out for this offer?
Let’s summarize the most vital details of this blockbuster Rodgers trade between the Jets and the Packers and hand out some grades.