The local media hacks got some time with Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers on Wednesday and what did they ask him? The usual droll questions.
So while we were glancing at the transcript, we noticed one semi-interesting question about what records mean to Rodgers. You’re probably aware he just threw his 200th touchdown last week, becoming the second-fastest guy to get to that mark.
Rodgers hit it in 99 games. Dan Marino hit it in 88.
And yeah, Rodgers appreciates the records, but he also plans on racking up some much larger numbers.
“This is my 10th season, and I like to think I’m halfway in; nine in and hopefully nine to go. It’s about being consistent from this point forward, keeping my body in great shape and playing at a high level and making the guys around me raise the level of their game, as well.”
Now, that would be just swell if old QB1’s play remains at an elite level for nine more seasons. We’re not going to say it won’t, although there have been some cracks in the armor through the early part of this season.
If Rodgers does get his way, he’ll be with the Packers through 2023. Nineteen seasons in all.
What’s maybe more amazing to think about is this. If Rodgers plays out that string, the Packers will essentially have had only two starting quarterbacks for 31 years, minus the forgettable, occasional Matt Flynn appearance.