Here Are The Pieces - Solve The Jigsaw Puzzle

The best way to think about getting under the salary cap is to envision three scenarios: 1) Rodgers returns with an extension, so the Packers try to keep as many pieces as they can; 2) Rodgers is traded but the Front Office wants to field a competitive team in 2022; 3) Rodgers is traded and the Front Office is willing to lose a lot in 2022, opting instead to gain draft picks and rip the bandaids off.

The Packers need to generate about $53.5M including designating ERFAs but not tendering Lazard or tagging anyone else. OTC indicates $50.7M but the Packers are almost certain to extend qualified offers to their ERFAs. The Packers will need another $10M or so for the practice squad, draft picks,…