Packers QB Jordan Love won’t practice until he has new deal, says GM Brian Gutekunst WPXI [Video]

The Green Bay Packers started training camp on Monday, but starting quarterback Jordan Love won’t be taking the field. He’s not sick or injured; he’s waiting on one thing he doesn’t want to start the season without: a new contract extension.

Packers GM Brian Gutekunst discussed Love’s situation when he spoke to the media Monday morning, revealing that Love’s agent informed them of the QB’s decision on Saturday. Gutekunst was largely optimistic about the situation, but he did make room for some uncertainty, making sure everyone knows the deal isn’t done yet.

For Packers fans worrying about protracted negotiations between Love and the team, not even Gutekunst seems particularly worried. He told the media “I feel we’re close” on a contract extension, which was backed up by Dianna Russini of The Athletic.

So the new contract may not get done immediately after training camp starts, but it appears that both parties are moving in the right direction — i.e. …