Earlier this month, future Hall of Famer Tom Brady announced he was «retiring for good» but doesn’t want another quarterback to resign.
During a recent episode of his «Let’s Go!» podcast on Sirius XM, Brady shared his thoughts on the possibility of Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers walking away from football.
«You know what, I hope he doesn’t retire,» Brady said. «I think the league needs good quarterbacks and he’s one of the greats. If he retires, it’s going to be a sad day for the league. He’s an incredible player.»
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Aaron Rodgers and Tom Brady participate in the quarterback roundtable at Wynn Golf Club on June 1, 2022 in Las Vegas. (Carmen Mandate)
Rodgers is coming off a somewhat disappointing season in which Green Bay finished with a losing record and failed to make the NFL playoffs.
The four-time league MVP has played all of his 18 seasons with the Packers, but the past few offseasons have been filled with talk of the power struggle between the quarterback and the organization.
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The 39-year-old would reportedly consider a trade if he decides to keep playing, but he doesn’t want to stay in Green Bay. The Jets recently contacted the Packers to inquire about Rodgers’ availability, according to ESPN.
The Packers’ Aaron Rodgers looks to pass against the Tennessee Titans at Lambeau Field on November 17, 2022 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (Patricio McDermott/Getty Images)
«I’m still in the art of contemplating my future,» Rodgers said Feb. 7 during an appearance on «The Pat McAfee Show.»
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Rodgers also said he would embark on «retirement in the dark» while he tries to make a decision about his future as a player. He detailed how he hopes to find clarity during the isolation period.
“I think it’s going to be important to get through this week and then take my isolation retreat and just be able to contemplate,” Rodgers said. «All things, my future, and then making a decision that I feel is best for me and in the best interest of my happiness.»
Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers greets fans after the Los Angeles Rams game in Green Bay, Wisconsin on December 19, 2022. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
Brady said he understands that Rodgers has to go through the process that works best for him in order to make a decision.
«Everyone has their different processes that they go through,» Brady said of Rodgers’ decision. on the podcast. «And you know what, I think we all need to get a little more away from our phone. I think we all need to get a little more away from the TV. I think we all need a little more nature and a little more.» silence and a little more peace.
«However he does it, good for him. Everyone has their own unique way of processing the season. It’s very intense for all of us, and everyone gets to choose what they want to do.»
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Rodgers suffered a thumb injury, which appeared to have an impact on his 2022 campaign.
The veteran quarterback completed 64.6% of his passes this season for 3,695 yards with 26 touchdowns against 12 interceptions. He also finished the year with a 91.1 quarterback rating, the lowest of his career.