BREAKING NEWS:Latest Packers Decision Makes It Obvious Where They Stand on Jordan Love’s Future as Their Franchise QB
The Green Bay Packers have been one of the most storied franchises in the NFL, known for their legendary quarterbacks like Brett Favre and Aaron Rodgers. For over two decades, the team was led by two of the greatest quarterbacks in NFL history, but now, the Packers are facing a new era. With Aaron Rodgers’ departure to the New York Jets, the team is putting its trust in Jordan Love to be the next face of the franchise.
However, recent decisions made by the Packers front office make it clear that they may not be fully sold on Love as their long-term answer at quarterback. These decisions, which range from player acquisitions to contract extensions, shed light on the direction the team is heading and the level of confidence they have in Love to lead them into the future.
The Packers’ Approach to Building Around Love
When Rodgers was traded away, it was expected that the Packers would begin to build around Jordan Love, a player they drafted in the first round of the 2020 NFL Draft. They invested significant capital into Love, and the assumption was that he would eventually step into a starting role after being mentored by Rodgers for a few years. However, the Packers’ decisions in the offseason and leading up to the 2025 season have raised some eyebrows.
For one, the Packers have been very cautious in their approach to surrounding Love with the right talent. While they have added some pieces, the team’s efforts to bolster the offense have seemed lackluster at best. For example, the Packers did not go out and sign a high-profile wide receiver in free agency, which many fans and analysts expected them to do after trading Rodgers. Instead, they opted for a more conservative approach, focusing on re-signing key defensive players and filling gaps on the defensive side of the ball.
Additionally, the Packers have been slow to provide Love with an established and reliable set of weapons in the passing game. While they have a promising group of young wide receivers, including Christian Watson and Romeo Doubs, the lack of experience among these playmakers raises concerns about Love’s ability to perform in his first season as a starting quarterback. When you compare Green Bay’s moves to other teams in similar situations—like the Jacksonville Jaguars, who provided Trevor Lawrence with a strong supporting cast—it becomes clear that the Packers have not made the same level of commitment to Love’s development.
The Quarterback Market and Contract Decisions
Another telling sign of the Packers’ stance on Jordan Love’s future is their decision not to extend his contract or offer a long-term deal. Given that Love is entering the final year of his rookie contract, many anticipated that the Packers would lock him down to a more secure, multi-year deal if they believed in his long-term potential. However, the team has remained silent on contract talks, which has left the door open for uncertainty regarding his future in Green Bay.
The situation mirrors a more cautious approach. While Love has had his moments during the preseason and in the limited opportunities he’s had to play, there’s still a sense that the Packers are unwilling to make a significant financial commitment to a player who hasn’t yet proven he can lead them to sustained success. Instead, the team has chosen to let Love play out the final year of his rookie deal, possibly with the idea of reassessing his future after the 2025 season.
This hesitation to commit financially suggests that Green Bay is not fully convinced Love is the answer at quarterback. In a league where teams are willing to throw big money at quarterbacks they believe in, the Packers’ reticence to offer Love a substantial contract could be an indication that they are not confident in his ability to be the franchise’s long-term solution.
The Draft and Future Plans
The Packers’ draft strategy in recent years has also raised questions about their commitment to Love. While the team has focused on strengthening other areas of the roster, including the offensive and defensive lines, the lack of a high-profile quarterback prospect being selected as insurance for Love signals a lack of faith in his ability to take the reins. In past seasons, when Rodgers was injured or unavailable, the Packers brought in quarterbacks to compete for backup spots. However, in 2025, the team opted not to draft a quarterback early, which could suggest that they are not investing in Love’s backup with the long-term future in mind.
This draft strategy also shows that Green Bay is more focused on building a team around a quarterback who can succeed immediately rather than taking the time to groom a potential successor to Love. If the Packers were truly committed to Jordan Love as their franchise quarterback, it would have made sense to invest more heavily in supporting positions and to have a solid backup plan in place, just in case Love struggles in his first year as the starter.
The Verdict
While Jordan Love has had some promising flashes and has shown potential in his limited opportunities, the Packers’ recent decisions make it clear that they are not fully committed to him as their future quarterback just yet. The lack of a long-term contract offer, limited offensive support, and conservative approach to the draft all point to the reality that Love’s position as the starting quarterback is far from secure.
It’s possible that the Packers are taking a “wait-and-see” approach, giving Love the chance to prove himself in 2025 before making a final determination about his future in Green Bay. However, given the team’s lack of major investment in his development, it’s hard to escape the conclusion that the Packers are not sold on Love as their franchise quarterback just yet. As the 2025 season unfolds, it will become increasingly clear whether the Packers will continue to bet on Love or if they will eventually look elsewhere for their next long-term signal-caller.
