The Green Bay Packers are negotiating a short-term deal for Aaron Rodgers that would make the reigning MVP the highest-paid player in the NFL if he returns in 2022, reports Ian Rapoport of NFL Network.

The Packers are waiting to hear whether their longtime quarterback will continue his playing career or retire. The franchise reportedly hopes to wrap up negotiations with Rodgers' representation by the time he decides his future.

Rodgers is scheduled to earn nearly $26.5 million in base salary next season, though his cap number is over $46 million.