NFL insider has disheartening update on New York Jets and Green Bay Packers trade saga ahead of NFL Draft

For New York Jets and Green Bay Packers fans hoping the saga of trading iconic quarterback Aaron Rodgers to the Empire State ends soon, you may want to lower your expectations substantially.

With free agency no longer the main focus of the league’s offseason, much of the football world has shifted their curiosity to this month’s NFL Draft, and ongoing trade talks between the New York Jets and Green Bay Packers. While those are two very different situations, they are actually closely linked.

The Packers have made it clear they are ready to move on to the Jordan Love era at QB. Rodgers has publicly stated he wants to play in 2023 and would like to do it with the Jets. While both franchises have an obvious path ahead, they have had major difficulties in getting a trade done.

Green Bay wants worthwhile assets like New York’s top pick in 2023 in giving up a four-time NFL MVP and making the AFC East team an immediate contender next season. However, the New York Jets want to use their top selections this month and would prefer a deal that gives the Packers valuable assets in future drafts.

Plus, there is an issue of compensation if Aaron Rodgers decides to be a one-and-done player in New York after the trade.

New York Jets and Green Bay Packers have had ‘little if any contact’ recently