New reports have emerged that NFL MVP Aaron Rodgers could retire from football to host Jeopardy! Yesterday, the NFL Draft ground to a standstill when news of the Green Bay Packers’ QB situation became public knowledge. Rodgers had recently hosted the game show, and a lot of people enjoyed his tenure. But, this is completely different territory than most things in sports history. A reigning MVP deciding to step away to host Jeopardy! sounds like something out a movie. However, in 2021, things can be all kinds of strange. Ian Rappoport from the NFL Network says that he would have to repay the team $11.5 million this year and the next if he chose to go that route. But, the Packers superstar has the money to go that route if he chose to do it. This is a serious consideration according to the reporter. So, a normal Draft week for Green Bay has become a massive source of confusion for many. Packers general manager Brian Gutenkunst spoke to the media yesterday.
If Aaron Rodgers retires (to host Jeopardy or just retire), he would have to repay the team $11.5M this year and $11.5M if he remains retired next year — all from his signing bonus. Unless the situation is repaired to his liking, this is a serious consideration, I’m told. https://t.co/kEQwpexqX0
