NFL Rumors: ‘Short-Term Solution’ Mentioned in Eagles QB Trade

[time2rock]

NFL Rumors: ‘Short-Term Solution’ Mentioned in Eagles QB Trade

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• By Mike Greger

• Updated Jan 27, 2022 at 12:31pm

Getty: Eagles QB Jalen Hurts has been working behind the best offensive line in football during the 2021 campaign.

The Philadelphia Eagles are intent on going into the 2022 season with Jalen Hurts as the starting quarterback. That doesn’t appear to be up for debate, although the national media keeps pounding the drum for them to make a move.

Aaron Rodgers is the latest name to be thrown into a midnight green uniform. CBS Sports’ Cody Benjamin listed the Eagles as one of 12 possible destinations for the three-time MVP who hasn’t made a decision on his future. Rodgers is under contract with the Green Bay Packers through the 2023 season, but he wants a long-term commitment from the team. He could demand a trade, or he has floated out the possibility of retirement. A lot of that may depend on what Green Bay does with star receiver Davante Adams.

Either way, Philadelphia continues to look like an attractive "short-term solution.” Benjamin wrote:

Jalen Hurts has a lot going for him as a young, developing mobile and ever-poised starter. But general manager Howie Roseman has every reason to explore the market for a superior passer, especially with three first-round picks at his disposal.

Rodgers may be a short-term solution for a team preaching patience, but Roseman is notoriously aggressive, and Philly would embrace the idea of pairing such a star QB with new play-makers like DeVonta Smith. The issue is twofold: the Packers wouldn’t prefer Rodgers sticking in the NFC, and Rodgers probably wouldn’t sign up for more of a rebuilding scenario under a young coach.

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Trading Three First-Rounders for Rodgers

The Eagles own 10 total picks in this year’s draft, including three in the first round. They would likely have to send those first-rounders — 15th overall, 16th overall, 19th overall — to Green Bay. There is a growing sentiment among NFL insiders that Rodgers has one foot out the door.

"They can trade him this year and get a bounty,” said Andrew Brandt, a former Packers front-office executive. "As to what they’re getting, yeah, throw it all in there: two to three ones, good young players, in the mix. How many teams are going to bidding for Aaron Rodgers? I think he’s traded. And I think he’s a big part of the decision and where it goes. I think it’s a mutual decision to move on from Aaron.”

The Denver Broncos have emerged as the front-runners to land Rodgers as they get set to name Nathaniel Hackett their next head coach. Hackett has been Rodgers’ offensive coordinator in Green Bay since 2019. The two like and respect each other. However, no team has better leverage to pull off a blockbuster for Rodgers than the Eagles. Those three first-rounders could be easily packaged with a few young players, like Andre Dillard, Jalen Reagor, Davion Taylor.

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Jalen Hurts Shared Special Moment with Rodgers

Jalen Hurts replaced Carson Wentz midway through the third quarter on December 6, 2020. That one move set into motion a long offseason in Philadelphia where Wentz was sent packing and Hurts got the starting job. The Eagles were playing the Packers that day and Hurts shared a special moment with Rodgers after the game. The rookie quarterback had been running the Eagles’ scout team heading into the matchup.

"He said he watched me in college and had a lot of respect for me as a player and as a quarterback,” Hurts said at the time. "He just wished me luck, and I wished him well throughout the remainder of the season.”

Added Rodgers: "He did most of the talking in that conversation. Very respectful. I appreciated the respect that he showed me and his comments. That was a nice conversation.”

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[UK_EaglesFan89]

No. No. No and uh no. 

[time2rock]

17 minutes ago, UK_EaglesFan89 said:

No. No. No and uh no. 

And furthermore ... F no!

[ManchesterEagle]

30 minutes ago, UK_EaglesFan89 said:

No. No. No and uh no. 

 

12 minutes ago, time2rock said:

And furthermore ... F no!

You say that but I would also add …. FFS no - don’t even think about it Howie

[time2rock]

Just now, ManchesterEagle said:

 

You say that but I would also add …. FFS no - don’t even think about it Howie

Oh you just know he is ... and he has a raging b0n3r! 

[EaglesAddict]

Yeah! Let's bring the Rodgers and Adams show to Philly!   

 

[Wormlegs]

3 first rounders? I want to smoke crack and play Madden with this reporter

[UK_EaglesFan89]

1 hour ago, ManchesterEagle said:

 

You say that but I would also add …. FFS no - don’t even think about it Howie

Can we just summarise here please... No. No. No. Oh no no. F no. FFS no. 

[Cochis_Calhoun]

Giving up multiple picks for a 38 year old would be ridiculous, Brady is an outlier still keeping his numbers up post 40, Favre managed to squeeze one last good season out of his arm at 40,  when QB's decline it's usually a cliff edge, Pretty much all the top 20 all time passing yards leaders bar Brady (and Vinny Testaverde), were either retired or had no arm left by 39.

 

[Guest]

20 minutes ago, Cochis_Calhoun said:

Giving up multiple picks for a 38 year old would be ridiculous, Brady is an outlier still keeping his numbers up post 40, Favre managed to squeeze one last good season out of his arm at 40,  when QB's decline it's usually a cliff edge, Pretty much all the top 20 all time passing yards leaders bar Brady (and Vinny Testaverde), were either retired or had no arm left by 39.

 

Rodgers arm at 45 >>>>>> Hurts arm in his prime

[eaglesfan0075]

Rodgers isn't coming here. If he leaves GB it will be for a team that has a legit shot at the Super Bowl next year. I'm sure the Packers would prefer he go to the AFC, but he would have an easier path to the Super Bowl if he stayed in the NFC.

Here is what I would consider Rodgers' best options:

1. Tampa Bay Buccaneers- If Brady retires, the remaining core of the championship team is still largely intact. The Packers may not like keeping Rodgers in the conference, but could mitigate the loss of Davante Adams following Rodgers by taking back Mike Evans in a trade. Gronk may decide not to retire if Rodgers comes to town.

2. San Francisco 49ers - The 49ers are still in the hunt for the Super Bowl, so you can cross them off this list if they win it all; however if they fall short they can offer Rodgers an opportunity to compete for a Super Bowl with his childhood favorite team. Even if Adams doesn't follow Rodgers westward, they have plenty of offensive firepower between Deebo Samuel, George Kittle, Brandon Aiyuk, and the running game. Once again, the Packers may want to ship Rodgers to the AFC.

3. Tennessee Titans - The Titans made it pretty far with Ryan Tannehill at QB, but it doesn't seem like he's the guy to get them over the hump, especially after his poor performance in the divisional round. With a solid defense and arguably the best RB in the league in Derrick Henry on the roster, Rodgers would not necessarily have to put the team on his back to win, but has AJ Brown and Julio Jones (when healthy) to help him in the passing game. In my opinion, this would be the most interesting spot for Rodgers to land, since the Titans have not won a Super Bowl before, so he could cement his legacy in a unique way if he won with the Titans. Obviously, the road is much tougher when you have the Chiefs, Bills, Bengals, Chargers, etc... to account for in your own conference.

4. Denver Broncos - The Broncos have a solid defense, an intriguing group of young pass catchers in Jerry Jeudy, Courtland Sutton, KJ Hamler, and Noah Fant, and of course now have his former OC Nathaniel Hackett as their head coach. Peyton Manning already laid out the blueprint of joining a Broncos team missing a QB and riding the defense to a championship. Would Rodgers be okay with following that blueprint or would he prefer to forge his own path? Same thing can be said about Tampa Bay above.

 

[NOTW]

Even though the title says Rumor, it still says "mentioned in a trade" as if it's legit or there have been talks. 

These "articles" are nothing more than click bait speculation, it happens every offseason.  Some blogger at home in their pajamas writes a "what if" scenario and then people take it as "reports" that something is in the works or a possibility.

They are as legit as any fan on the EMB saying "Howie could trade for ___" and it showing up in a google search and then someone else posting an article that says there are "reports" of it.

[matchew88]

Yes. I say yes. He's got more years left than Brady did after 40. I don't care about the vax stuff, and if you don't realize you've been gaslighted by the media this whole time, then I feel sorry for you. If you have no power in a situation that you don't believe in, what is there left to do? Its your livelihood. Anyone not understanding that has been brainwashed by authoritarians.

Also, the logic breaks down anyways. "Vax doesnt stop the spread" - "It keeps the hospitals from being overrun" - The hospitals were never overrun. People were posting pictures of hospitals in florida everywhere, and they were empty.

[time2rock]

1 hour ago, matchew88 said:

Yes. I say yes. He's got more years left than Brady did after 40. I don't care about the vax stuff, and if you don't realize you've been gaslighted by the media this whole time, then I feel sorry for you. If you have no power in a situation that you don't believe in, what is there left to do? Its your livelihood. Anyone not understanding that has been brainwashed by authoritarians.

Also, the logic breaks down anyways. "Vax doesnt stop the spread" - "It keeps the hospitals from being overrun" - The hospitals were never overrun. People were posting pictures of hospitals in florida everywhere, and they were empty.

Me not buying into the idea has absolutely nothing to do with his position on getting vaccinated.  It has everything to do with blowing so much resources - premium draft picks AND a huge chunk of cap, both of which will be needed to add some much needed talent to this roster.  We are not a QB away from competing with the NFL’s best … not even an all time great like Rodgers or Brady would take us there.  If we had a more complete roster like TB had when they signed Brady I’d feel differently.  

[Swimm]

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The Eagles own 10 total picks in this year’s draft, including three in the first round. They would likely have to send those first-rounders — 15th overall, 16th overall, 19th overall — to Green Bay. There is a growing sentiment among NFL insiders that Rodgers has one foot out the door.

Marvelous idea. Trade 3 1st rd picks  for a short term answer  QB who is near the end of his career.

[QBhunter58]

3 hours ago, eaglesfan0075 said:

Rodgers isn't coming here. If he leaves GB it will be for a team that has a legit shot at the Super Bowl next year. I'm sure the Packers would prefer he go to the AFC, but he would have an easier path to the Super Bowl if he stayed in the NFC.

Here is what I would consider Rodgers' best options:

1. Tampa Bay Buccaneers- If Brady retires, the remaining core of the championship team is still largely intact. The Packers may not like keeping Rodgers in the conference, but could mitigate the loss of Davante Adams following Rodgers by taking back Mike Evans in a trade. Gronk may decide not to retire if Rodgers comes to town.

2. San Francisco 49ers - The 49ers are still in the hunt for the Super Bowl, so you can cross them off this list if they win it all; however if they fall short they can offer Rodgers an opportunity to compete for a Super Bowl with his childhood favorite team. Even if Adams doesn't follow Rodgers westward, they have plenty of offensive firepower between Deebo Samuel, George Kittle, Brandon Aiyuk, and the running game. Once again, the Packers may want to ship Rodgers to the AFC.

3. Tennessee Titans - The Titans made it pretty far with Ryan Tannehill at QB, but it doesn't seem like he's the guy to get them over the hump, especially after his poor performance in the divisional round. With a solid defense and arguably the best RB in the league in Derrick Henry on the roster, Rodgers would not necessarily have to put the team on his back to win, but has AJ Brown and Julio Jones (when healthy) to help him in the passing game. In my opinion, this would be the most interesting spot for Rodgers to land, since the Titans have not won a Super Bowl before, so he could cement his legacy in a unique way if he won with the Titans. Obviously, the road is much tougher when you have the Chiefs, Bills, Bengals, Chargers, etc... to account for in your own conference.

4. Denver Broncos - The Broncos have a solid defense, an intriguing group of young pass catchers in Jerry Jeudy, Courtland Sutton, KJ Hamler, and Noah Fant, and of course now have his former OC Nathaniel Hackett as their head coach. Peyton Manning already laid out the blueprint of joining a Broncos team missing a QB and riding the defense to a championship. Would Rodgers be okay with following that blueprint or would he prefer to forge his own path? Same thing can be said about Tampa Bay above.

 

Shanahan + Rodgers would be scary... I know Aaron has issues in the postseason, but if Kyle can get a guy like Jimmy G to make playoff runs, a Rodgers led offense would be a cinch.

[UK_EaglesFan89]

25 minutes ago, QBhunter58 said:

Shanahan + Rodgers would be scary... I know Aaron has issues in the postseason, but if Kyle can get a guy like Jimmy G to make playoff runs, a Rodgers led offense would be a cinch.

Or... He'd choke. 

[eaglesfan0075]

24 minutes ago, UK_EaglesFan89 said:

Or... He'd choke. 

If you can't beat them join them?

Rodgers is 0-4 against the 49ers all time in the playoffs. Maybe the California native is better off joining his childhood favorite team? He'd still benefit from staying in the NFC, especially if Brady retires.

[matchew88]

5 hours ago, time2rock said:

Me not buying into the idea has absolutely nothing to do with his position on getting vaccinated.  It has everything to do with blowing so much resources - premium draft picks AND a huge chunk of cap, both of which will be needed to add some much needed talent to this roster.  We are not a QB away from competing with the NFL’s best … not even an all time great like Rodgers or Brady would take us there.  If we had a more complete roster like TB had when they signed Brady I’d feel differently.  

I'm hoping he'd pull a brady and make himself cheaper to have more weapons around him.

[time2rock]

15 hours ago, Swimm said:

Marvelous idea. Trade 3 1st rd picks  for a short term answer  QB who is near the end of his career.

Exactly.  The idea of giving up just one 1st round pick for a player that in all likeliness will only give 2-3 more years of playing at an elite level (Brady is the exception, not the norm) just isn't smart use of a high pick.  Giving up THREE 1st rd picks for such a player is ridiculously stupid.  

[UK_EaglesFan89]

23 hours ago, time2rock said:

Exactly.  The idea of giving up just one 1st round pick for a player that in all likeliness will only give 2-3 more years of playing at an elite level (Brady is the exception, not the norm) just isn't smart use of a high pick.  Giving up THREE 1st rd picks for such a player is ridiculously stupid.  

This team (as with so many others) needs to find THE guy for the long term. As you say trading assets for 2-3 years of play from an ageing QB is not the answer. 

[eagle45]

3 first rounders for a 38 year old QB that couldn't get out of the first round with a better roster and better weapons than we have?

 

[time2rock]

49 minutes ago, eagle45 said:

3 first rounders for a 38 year old QB that couldn't get out of the first round with a better roster and better weapons than we have?

 

This kind of move has Howie written all over it.  Not that I think it’ll happen for other reasons but it won’t be for not trying like hell to get Rodgers or Wilson here.  He’ll be completely oblivious to the rest mentioned in your post which is spot on.