Packers GM Addresses David Bakhtiari Trade Rumors Following Instagram Exchange with Jets' Aaron Rodgers
New York Jets' star quarterback Aaron Rodgers stirred up online speculation of a possible trade with a subtle message to his former left tackle David Bakhtiari. Rodgers tagged Bakhtiari in a photo of him and Jets wide receiver Garrett Wilson on his Instagram story. Despite the rumors, there is no truth to the idea.
Packers general manager Brian Gutenkunst confirmed on Friday that there are no plans to trade the three-time Pro Bowl selection. "First of all, we're not going to trade David," Gutenkunst said. "There's been some chatter about that, but it's not going to happen."
Bakhtiari, a five-time All-Pro left tackle and one of Rodgers' closest friends, would undoubtedly be a valuable addition to the Jets, who currently have veteran Duane Brown on the PUP list and Mekhi Becton, who has played only 15 games in three NFL seasons. However, Bakhtiari has played in just 12 games since tearing his ACL on New Year's Eve in 2020. Despite this, Gutenkunst stated that Bakhtiari is in "a good place" with his knee and will continue to protect Jordan Love.
The New York Jets are already making waves with their recent acquisitions. After trading for former Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers, they added wide receivers Allen Lazard, Randall Cobb, and Mecole Hardman. They have also signed former Minnesota Vikings Pro Bowl running back Dalvin Cook to strengthen their roster.
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