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Report: Rodgers frustrated by lack of say in Packers' personnel decisions

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There is no doubt that Aaron Rodgers is the leader of the Green Bay Packers, so it shouldn't come as much of a surprise that the star pivot wants more of a voice in major personnel decisions that affect him.

Sources told Charles Robinson of Yahoo Sports that Rodgers is seeking that power, and the fact that he doesn't currently have it is weighing on him as contract negotiations loom with the club.

A few moves the Packers made this offseason are reportedly at the root of Rodgers' discontent, notably the decision to part ways with receiver Jordy Nelson and quarterbacks coach Alex Van Pelt.

Shortly after Van Pelt wasn't retained, Rodgers appeared on ESPN's "Golic and Wingo" and voiced his concerns with the move.

"I thought that was an interesting change, really without consulting me," the six-time Pro Bowler said. "There's a close connection between quarterback and quarterback coach, and that was an interesting decision."

Rodgers has two years left on his seven-year deal, but the Packers can franchise tag him in both 2020 and 2021 if they choose, which would keep the pivot in Green Bay for four more seasons.

The 34-year-old is the ninth-highest-paid quarterback in the league in terms of average annual salary, a standing that likely isn't going to change with the Packers holding the cards in any contract-extension discussions.

Rodgers' feelings toward the club, however? That appears to be a fluid situation at this point.

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