While Robinson's report provides valuable insight into how the Packers valued Rodgers last off-season, the situation has actually changed.
Rodgers is now a four-time league MVP. Even with his 17th NFL season at age 38, it could be argued that the QB's continued excellence has boosted his business value even more than he did a year ago.
Rodgers' distinctive value to the Packers organization is also likely to increase, as Green Bay again fell short of a Super Bowl appearance last season despite earning a third consecutive playoff bye through Wildcard Weekend. This reigning Packers are desperate to bring home the franchise's fifth championship ring, and Rodgers is clearly his best chance at achieving that lofty goal.
Rodgers could force the team's hand due to a $46.5 million salary cap hit on a contract that expires after the 2022 season. If Green Bay ends up in the position of needing to trade Rodgers, they want a younger quarterback — or at least a starting caliber — in exchange for the sacrifice.
Here's the biggest flaw in any potential Broncos offer, because Locke simply isn't that player. During his three-year career, Locke started 21 games and held an 8–13 record. He has completed only 59.3% of his passes for 4,740 yards and 25 TDs compared to 20 INTs.
While worse options under the center certainly exist throughout the NFL, Locke doesn't seem to inspire the philosophy of hoisting the Lombardi trophy. This fact alone could be enough to deter the Packers from tackling the Broncos and turn their eyes elsewhere despite being able to offer Draft Capital Denver.
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