New York Jets general manager Joe Douglas Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports

Another made-up story or some clarity in regard to the Jets' attempts to land quarterback Aaron Rodgers? We’ll find out in time, but as of this moment, it is being reported by Yahoo Sports that the Jets and Packers have agreed on a swap involving two high draft picks in exchange for Rodgers. So, what’s the holdup cited in the report?

With the Jets preparing to take on Rodgers and his albatross of a contract, Jets general manager Joe Douglas is hoping to minimize the impact of Rodgers likely walking away after one season by asking for a pick in return if Rodgers should bail after this season.

The Packers, likely less than thrilled to be moving Rodgers without getting a first-round pick in return, are likely giving some push back on the Jets' demands. It was reported just days ago by NFL insider Adam Schefter that the Packers were looking to get a first-round choice “and more.”  If the Pack feel as if they’re settling for a pair of second-rounders, they may be less likely to guarantee a pick back to the Jets.

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