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Rodgers’ situation mirrors that sentiment. Like Tom Brady and Peyton Manning, who played into their later years even as their physical prowess waned, there’s an elusive hook that keeps players clinging to the game. However, the prospect of a championship appears dim for Rodgers in his current circumstances; many teams are already set with their quarterbacks, leaving few viable options for Rodgers to continue his pursuit of glory.
A Drastic Decline
The last few years have been particularly unkind to Rodgers. After back-to-back MVP seasons in 2020 and 2021, the quarterback’s performance has plummeted, with injury marking the start of the 2023 season. The statistics are sobering; he faced his most challenging stretch, compounded by the pressure of lofty expectations.