Jordan Love’s rise over the last year has been nothing short of meteoric.
After three unremarkable NFL seasons, Love took over as the Green Bay Packers starting quarterback in 2023 and delivered a season that defied all expectations.
Love demonstrated a newfound polish, seamlessly blending his impressive arm talent with solid athleticism. His performance not only led the Packers to the second round of the playoffs but also earned him a massive four-year, $220 million extension. This lucrative deal catapulted him into the ranks of the highest-earning players in the league, alongside stars like Joe Burrow and Trevor Lawrence.
Jordan Love credits his development to the three years he spent sitting behind Aaron Rodgers. In a recent interview, Love expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to learn from one of the best in the game.
“I think leaving college it’s a humbling experience. You think you’re the man, you think you got it… you get to the NFL, I’m in the room with Aaron Rodgers, one of the best to do it. And it’s a very humbling experience to be able to see: ‘all right, I don’t know anything’… I really had to start from square one, I learned so much my rookie year. If I was to start my rookie year, who knows where I’d be right now.”
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Love was drafted 26th overall in the 2020 NFL Draft, a move that was widely criticized by fans and pundits alike.
Rodgers was still at the top of his game, coming off another Pro Bowl season at age 36 and subsequently winning back-to-back MVP awards immediately after Love was drafted.
Despite the initial skepticism, Love used his time behind Rodgers wisely, absorbing knowledge, stacking mental and physical reps in practice, and honing his skills.
This preparation paid off as he emerged as a near-elite quarterback in 2023. The challenge now will be maintaining this level of performance consistently.
Love’s journey from a backup to a star quarterback is a testament to patience, hard work, and the invaluable experience gained from learning behind a legend.
As he continues to lead the Packers, fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see if he can sustain the success that has defined his breakout season.
