Green Bay Packers’ Super Bowl Shake-Up: Trade Rumors, Betting Odds, and Aaron Rodgers’ Future
The NFL offseason is already heating up with major trade speculations, shifting betting odds, and uncertainty surrounding Aaron Rodgers’ next move. The Green Bay Packers have found themselves at the center of the conversation, with Cleveland Browns superstar Myles Garrett and San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel among potential targets.
Meanwhile, rumors of Rodgers’ potential departure continue to swirl, raising the question: Where will the four-time MVP play in 2025?
Packers Gain Ground in Myles Garrett Sweepstakes
In the latest update from DraftKings Sportsbook, the Green Bay Packers have seen their odds to acquire Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett improve following the Super Bowl.
Before the big game, the Packers were listed at +1200 to land the All-Pro pass rusher. Now, their odds have jumped to +1100, signaling a slight increase in implied probability from 7.69% to 8.33%.
Despite Garrett’s reported trade request, Cleveland remains adamant about keeping him, with the Browns currently tied as co-favorites alongside the Washington Commanders (+450). The Commanders, with nearly $69 million in cap space, are in a far better financial position than Green Bay, which has almost $30 million less in available funds.
In an interview with ESPN before the Super Bowl, Garrett hinted at his desire for a fresh start, saying:
“I’m willing to do whatever it takes. I want to have a chance to win those big games, to go out there and compete, to elevate a team as a player, as a teammate, as a leader, and just come in and have an immediate effect.”
With multiple teams in the mix, the bidding war for Garrett is only getting started.
Deebo Samuel’s Trade Market Heats Up
Another name floating around in trade rumors is San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel, who has officially been granted permission to explore trade options.
Samuel, a first-team All-Pro in 2021, was once considered one of the NFL’s most explosive offensive weapons. That season, he posted 77 receptions for 1,405 yards (18.2 YPC) and added 365 rushing yards, amassing an impressive 1,770 total yards and 14 touchdowns.
However, his production has dipped in recent years. In 2024, he finished with only 806 total yards, including 51 receptions for 670 yards (13.3 YPC) and 136 rushing yards (3.2 YPC). Over his final seven games, he failed to reach 25 receiving yards in six of them, raising concerns about his long-term impact.
Despite the decline, Samuel remains a valuable trade asset. The latest next-team odds for Samuel are as follows:
- San Francisco 49ers: +250 (favored to retain him)
- Pittsburgh Steelers: +550
- Denver Broncos, Carolina Panthers: +650
- Washington Commanders: +850
- New England Patriots: +1000
- Kansas City Chiefs, Buffalo Bills: +1200
- Detroit Lions: +2500
- Green Bay Packers, Chicago Bears: +3000
At +3000, the Packers are long shots to land Samuel, but if Green Bay is serious about adding weapons, they could enter the conversation.
Aaron Rodgers’ Future: Where Will He Play in 2025?
Perhaps the biggest mystery of the offseason revolves around Aaron Rodgers’ next move.
The New York Jets have reportedly informed Rodgers that they are preparing to move on, fueling speculation that the four-time MVP could be playing for a new team in 2025.
DraftKings’ latest odds for Rodgers’ next team are as follows:
- Pittsburgh Steelers: +200 (current favorites)
- Las Vegas Raiders: +300
- San Francisco 49ers: +350
- Minnesota Vikings: +400
- Tennessee Titans: +750
- Indianapolis Colts: +850
- Los Angeles Rams: +1000
- Green Bay Packers: +7500 (unlikely to reunite)
With only a 1.32% implied probability of returning to Green Bay, it appears that Rodgers’ time with the Packers is officially over. However, 11 teams have even longer odds at +10000, including the Arizona Cardinals.
Will Rodgers Retire Before Free Agency?
Another major question is whether Rodgers will announce his retirement before free agency begins on March 12.
According to FanDuel Canada, the betting line suggests that Rodgers is more likely to continue playing. The odds for him NOT retiring are listed at -164, an implied probability of 62.1%.
Rodgers has remained cryptic about his future, stating that he will take time to reflect before making a final decision. With multiple teams still interested in his services, a return to the NFL remains very much in play.
What’s Next for Green Bay?
As the offseason unfolds, the Packers find themselves at a crossroads.
- Will they make a serious push for Myles Garrett or Deebo Samuel?
- Can they find a long-term solution at quarterback?
- Will Aaron Rodgers officially close the chapter on his time in Green Bay?
One thing is certain—the Packers are far from done making headlines this offseason.
