The Green Bay Packers fans will be happy to see the return of star quarterback Aaron Rodgers for the mandatory minicamp ahead of the new season. Rodgers, the reigning league MVP, missed the voluntary organized team activities to the dismay of head coach Matt LaFleur, but everything seems to be back on schedule. It would be a sight for sore eyes following the memories of last season when trade rumors were rife about the Packers’ QB leaving.
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However, despite missing all of the Packers’ offseason program in 2021, the former Super Bowl champion was at his scintillating best. Rodgers won his 4th AP NFL MVP award while leading the organization to a 13-3 regular-season record.
His efforts led the Packers to win the No.1 seed in the NFC before an unceremonious exit at the hands of the San Francisco 49ers in the NFL playoffs.
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ASHWAUBENON, WI – JULY 31: Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) talks with NFL Network host James Jones during 2021 Training Camp at Ray Nitschke Field on July 31, 2021 in Ashwaubenon, WI. (Photo by Larry Radloff/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)
After signing a lucrative 4-year, $200 million extension this offseason, the Packers fans would be hoping for another exciting season. With the return of QBs coach Tom Clements, Rodgers has familiar faces of support to make noise next season. The franchise has a small window of opportunity remaining with their aging superstar to win another Super Bowl title in the next 4 seasons.
The relentless nature of NFL Twitter is on full display following Aaron Rodgers’ news
Following the departure of star WR Davante Adams this offseason, some new wideouts are looking to capitalize on the opportunity. Even Clements admits that while there are some changes this season, Rodgers will remain unaffected and ready for the challenge. He believes there will be time for Rodgers to familiarize themselves with the WRs with his play-call style.
NFL fans were quick to jump on this Aaron Rodgers update on Twitter while calling out NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero for his ‘news’.
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One Twitter fan gave a perfect presentation of what Aaron Rodgers will find on his return.
Another NFL fan was giving how major news outlets will be reacting to the news of Rodgers’ return.
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One Twitter user was mocking Pelissero over his reporting of Rodgers and his return
A Packers fan was fearing the worst following a relatively positive news update.
7 months until crushing playoff defeat. Let the countdown begin.
Another Twitter user points out how the speculation about Rodgers’ future was rife after missing voluntary OTAs.
Brady skips OTAs: <crickets> Rodgers skips OTAs: HOLY F*** THE WORLD IS ENDING! This spells DOOM for The Green Bay Packers! How can one man be so selfish!!!???
Finally, an optimistic Green Bay Packers fan is glad to have his superstar QB back for 2022.
Clearly skipping OTA's didn't affect #12 last year, I mean he only won the MVP of the NFL last year !! GO 12 ! GO PACK !
The Packers organization will hope that Rodgers and his presence will galvanize the team for the upcoming 2022 season. The fans will be back at Lambeau Field next season and in full voice ahead of a potential Super Bowl run.
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