How will Aaron Rodgers' absence at the mandatory minicamp affect the team?
The Green Bay Packers' mandatory minicamp commenced today with Aaron Rodgers absent. Even though attendance is mandatory for all players, the reigning NFL MVP did not show up. The issue between the Packers and Rodgers came to light just before this years NFL draft. The 37-year-old quarterback reportedly wants out of Green Bay due to a differing philosophy with the Packers' front office. In his only public statement on the ongoing saga, Rodgers told ESPNs Keny Mayne last month that:  Its just kind of about philosophy and maybe forgetting that it is about the people that make the thing go. Its about character, its about culture, its about doing things the right way.  Green Bay could fine Rodgers up to $93,085 but ESPN's Adam Schefter reported that the team has discussed giving Rodgers an excused absence, which would see the fines waived. Packers QB Aaron Rodgers is not expected to attend Green Bays mandatory minicamp that starts Tuesday, per sources. Green Bay could opt to fine him $93,085 for his absences or it could make it an excused absence and waive the fine. But Rodgers is not expected there.  Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) June 7, 2021  Aaron Rodgers has never missed any of the teams mandatory minicamps over his career, which suggests the issue is not likely to be resolved anytime soon. The coaching staff can't expand the playbook  Packers head coach Matt LaFleur cant start working on the offensive playbook without his star quarterback in attendance. Green Bay had the number one offense in the NFL last year. But Rodgers' absence means the team cannot begin preparations for next season, which will be frustrating for the Packers offensive staff. Aaron Rodgers' absence puts a lot of pressure on Jordan Love  One player who has been affected by the saga is second-year quarterback Jordan Love. The young play-caller now has the weight of the franchise on him as everyone waits to see what happens between the Packers and Rodgers. Love has yet to take a snap in an NFL game and while the extra reps during minicamp will be helpful, the added pressure and speculation wont. Only time will tell. Take a quick 30-second survey to help us deliver the best content around NFL & College Football. Edited by jay.loke710