It’s unknown whether Aaron Rodgers believes in birthdays. Even if he doesn’t, today is his 39th.
The Packers quarterback sits one full year from 40 at a time when his career seems to be at a crossroads. After back-to-back MVP seasons, Rodgers has dipped this year. Yes, some can still point to impressive statistical achievements, but Rodgers isn’t the same guy he was last year. He’s not even close.
Is it the broken thumb? The avulsion fracture? While it kept him from hitting wide-open receivers two Thursday nights ago against the Titans, it didn’t seem to affect him four days earlier against the Cowboys.