Aaron Rodgers was a "little numb" after the Green Bay Packers lost 13-10 to the San Francisco 49ers, and it had little to do with the 2-degree season at Lambeau Field.

The Packers were once again knocked out post season, when the offense scored just three points on their final nine drives, and the special teams pitted again.

The latest postseason exit at Green Bay marks the beginning of another round of questions about the two-time MVP's future with the Packers. Soon after the loss, Rodgers said he would take some time before diving into what would happen next.

"I didn't think we'd talk about this after this game," Rodgers said. "I'm going to take some time and chat with the people here, and then take some time to make a decision — obviously before free agency or anything on that front. It's fresh for now. A little shocking sure. I was hoping to have a good weekend for the NFC Championship, to enjoy the lead-up and then start to ponder a few things, so I haven't really let the moment sink in yet. Have given."

When it sinks that the Packers fell short of the Super Bowl again, Rodgers has a lot to weigh. Baked in that process is how Green Bay lay flat in the postseason. The QB was asked if the way the season ended affected his thinking about the future.

"Of course it does," he replied. "But you know there are a lot of decisions to be made, a lot of players whose future is up in the air. It will certainly be interesting to see which direction some of those decisions go. But I will have a conversation with (the GM)." Brian (Gutekunst) next week or so and get a little more clarity. And think about your future and how long I want to do it."

Packers coach Matt LaFleur said that from where he sits, the club expects Rodgers to return in the 18th season.

"Sure, we want him back here," LaFleur said. "I think we'd be mad for not wanting him back here. He's going to be MVP twice. This guy does a lot for our football team. Not only do you guys see him on Sundays or every game day , but what he does in that locker room. Room."

However, Rodgers took a longer approach, noting that the Packers have a lot of tough decisions not only about themselves but about many other pending free agents.

"I think this thing is definitely going to look different going forward," Rodgers said. "Green Bay has a lot of decisions, a lot of people have opportunities. So it will be interesting to see how things look going forward. But I'm grateful for this time, for this team. Super disappointed. Disappointed. . Disappointed how I played tonight. I'm disappointed how it ended. But still grateful for this season and these people."

The Packers are projected to exceed the salary limit by $40 million next season, with pending free agents like star receiver Davante Adams, who could be franchise-tagged if a long-term deal isn't in place.

With all the looming questions, Rodgers was asked if he thinks it's still possible to win the Super Bowl in Green Bay or if he sees this season as the last storm.

"I don't know. It's a fair question," he said. "Of course I've thought about it. But there's a lot of decisions to be made. Key players, a lot of people who played tonight... so many people whose contracts are over or on the verge or salary cap stuff So, a lot of decisions have to be made. I don't want to be a part of rebuilding if I keep playing. So a lot of decisions in the next few months."

If the Packers, waiting in the wings of Jordan Love, are in for a big change, the Rodgers may seek greener pastures.

For now, the quarterback didn't want to know whether he had any trade requests or retirement in the future.

"It's hard to say right now," he said. "I don't think it's fair to anyone or myself to actually go down those paths at this point. It's depressing. Sad. And fresh. So a lot of conversations over the next week or so, and then start thinking .

For 17 seasons, Rodgers has known only one franchise. He's won the MVP, a Super Bowl, and all the personal accolades a QB can have. But once again, the second trip to play for the Lombardi Trophy ended out of Green Bay and Rodgers.

Rodgers was asked if Saturday was his last game with the Packers about how he views his legacy.

"I don't know. It's just raw," he said. "But I'm very proud of what I've been able to accomplish here. Grateful, deeply grateful for so many years here in the organization and all the incredible teammates and coaches I've had over the years. It's part of the legacy, Friendship, and memories on and off the field. But I'm still super competitive, yet I know I can play at a higher level. So it's going to be a tough decision.