GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ) – The Green Bay Packers made history yesterday by handing Aaron Rodgers a contract extension that will make him the highest paid player in NFL history.
The contract, which features $103 million in guaranteed money, will keep Rodgers in Green and Gold through 2023.
Fans at the Wednesday Farmer’s Market on Broadway Street seemed to be pleased.
Fan Harry Kispert says the deal was a “no-brainer.”
“He absolutely deserves it as he is the best quarterback in the NFL currently,” he says.
And with that high praise comes heightened expectations. But just how good could they be this year?
“Hopefully 16-0,” says Packer fan Derek Blackmon.
Kispert also shares the general optimism.
“I expect them to be a lot better than last year,” he says. “I expect the new players and young players to perform well.”
For Blackmon, the contract is worth it if the results justify the money.
“Better win,” he says.
Rodgers contract surpassed the deal Matt Ryan signed with Atlanta on May 3rd that paid him $30 million per season.
The Packers wrap-up the preseason tonight at the Kansas City Chiefs starting at 7:30 PM.
