Aaron Rodgers participates in limited Packers practice

Aaron Rodgers participates in limited Packers practice Asked about the timeline of his comeback, Rodgers told reporters Wednesday, per ESPNWisconsin.com: “It’s the strength, the range of motion and the evidence that we see on the scan.

NFL Media Insider Ian Rapoport reported Sunday that Packers decision-makers have pondered the idea of shutting down Rodgers — allowing him to fully heal — if Green Bay (5-6-1) tumbles out of the NFC playoff picture with a loss Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons.

It’s anyone’s guess when he’ll be medically cleared to play, but if Rodgers doesn’t return as soon as Sunday, it might not matter.