2 months, 2 weeks ago

Aaron Rodgers throws 500th touchdown amid uncertain Jets, NFL future

Quarterback Aaron Rodgers joined an elite club Sunday with his 500th passing touchdown — thrown to tight end Tyler Conklin in the second quarter of the New York Jets’ game against the Miami Dolphins in Week 18. Rodgers’ four touchdown day powered New York to a 32-20 win over the Dolphins in the season finale. GO DEEPER Rodgers throws 4 TDs in possible final game with New York as Jets top Dolphins 32-20: Takeaways Rodgers reached the milestone amid questions about his future with the Jets and in the NFL. “I don’t think we’re even going to get that far, just because there’s going to be a regime change here, at least with the GM, and then whatever they end up doing, I’ll either get a call or have a conversation and go from there.” Rodgers’ two years with the Jets have been filled with plenty of Super Bowl hopes, intrigue, drama and disappointment.

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1 week, 3 days ago

Jets make it official and release quarterback Aaron Rodgers, who’s now a first-time free agent

Associated Press

Aaron Rodgers’ much-hyped but overwhelmingly disappointing two-year tenure with the New York Jets is officially over. Meanwhile, the Jets absorbed a $49 million dead money charge by cutting Rodgers, but are able to spread that over two years instead of one — $14 million this year and $35 million next year — by designating him a post-June 1 cut. The …

2 weeks, 6 days ago

Aaron Rodgers to the Giants? Why it could work and why it could be a big mistake

New York Times

The New York Giants swung and missed on quarterback Matthew Stafford, who on Friday reached an agreement with the Rams to remain in Los Angeles. Shortly after that domino fell, The Athletic’s Dianna Russini reported that the Giants’ interest turned toward soon-to-be free agent and current Jets QB Aaron Rodgers. Carroll: OK, let’s get this out of the way first: …

3 weeks, 4 days ago

Jets GM Darren Mougey says team never gave QB Aaron Rodgers an ultimatum for his return

Associated Press

INDIANAPOLIS — New York Jets general manager Darren Mougey says the team never gave Aaron Rodgers an ultimatum or rules for him to return. Mougey said Tuesday at the NFL combine he and coach Aaron Glenn simply decided it was in the team’s best interest to move on with a different starting quarterback. The Jets acquired Rodgers from Green Bay …

1 month, 1 week ago

Aaron Rodgers leaves Jets: What's next for the veteran quarterback?

India Today

Aaron Rodgers’ disappointing two-year stint with the New York Jets is over. While Rodgers hasn’t said whether he intends to continue playing for a 21st NFL season, the Jets — with new general manager Darren Mougey and coach Aaron Glenn in charge — have officially ruled out a return to New York. If the Jets do that, Rodgers would remain …

1 month, 1 week ago

Jets announce they’ve told Aaron Rodgers they’re moving forward without him

Associated Press

1 month, 1 week ago

New York Jets confirm the end of disastrous Aaron Rodgers era

Daily Mail

The New York Jets have officially confirmed the end of the disastrous Aaron Rodgers era. The departure of the 41-year-old means the Jets face $49million in dead money as new head coach Aaron Glenn tries to rebuild the beleaguered franchise. Aaron Rodgers is officially out of the New York Jets after two nightmare seasons Rodgers' debut set the tone for …

1 month, 1 week ago

Aaron Rodgers: New York Jets announce they are moving on from Super Bowl-winning quarterback

CNN

CNN — The New York Jets officially announced on Thursday that they will be “moving forward without” quarterback Aaron Rodgers. “Last week we met with Aaron and shared that our intention was to move in a different direction at quarterback,” new head coach Aaron Glenn and new general Darren Mougey said in a joint statement. “I personally want to thank …

1 month, 1 week ago

Jets parting ways with QB Aaron Rodgers, team announces

New York Times

By Zack Rosenblatt, Dianna Russini, RJ Kraft and Jenna West The New York Jets announced Thursday what had been reported over the weekend — the team is moving on from quarterback Aaron Rodgers. The Jets’ new regime of head coach Aaron Glenn and general manager Darren Mougey has decided to start fresh at the quarterback position and part ways with …

1 month, 1 week ago

What’s next for Aaron Rodgers after New York Jets tell him they’re moving on?

CNN

CNN — Aaron Rodgers was seen as the final piece for the New York Jets. Rapoport added that the Jets will also likely move on from Rodgers’ longtime Green Bay Packers teammate Davante Adams – who was traded to the team midseason – with a $38.3 million cap hit in 2025. I know the wins and losses can get in …

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Aaron Rodgers era apparently over with Jets, as team reportedly informs QB it’s moving on

LA Times

The New York Jets have informed quarterback Aaron Rodgers that they are moving on from him next season, according to Fox Sports. Fox Sports reporter Jay Glazer reported Sunday at Super Bowl LIX that the four-time NFL MVP and one-time Super Bowl MVP flew to New Jersey last week to discuss his future with the organization “only to be told …

2 months, 2 weeks ago

Aaron Rodgers’ future: Why the Jets could keep him — and what’s next if they don’t

New York Times

On Monday afternoon, Aaron Rodgers went to the back of the New York Jets’ locker room to grab two footballs, keepsakes from Sunday’s season finale: Touchdowns No. There are a few important things to understand about the Jets’ upcoming decision on Rodgers, from the cap and roster implications to how the Jets might proceed, with or without him, at quarterback. …

2 months, 2 weeks ago

Packers hope to fix passing game going into playoffs against Eagles defense

Associated Press

GREEN BAY, Wis. — The Green Bay Packers passing game has struggled of late, and there’s nothing coach Matt LaFleur would like more than for his offense to find its groove again heading into Sunday’s NFC wild-card game on the road against the Philadelphia Eagles. I take it day by day.” The quarterback injuries are set against the backdrop of …

2 months, 2 weeks ago

Rodgers’ decision looms large this offseason as the Jets search for a new coach and GM

Associated Press

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Aaron Rodgers first walked through the doors of the New York Jets’ facility nearly two years ago hailed as a potential savior for a frustrated franchise. 3.” And then with a smile, Rodgers added: “The answer is yes.” His season will rank statistically as one of the best in franchise history: His 28 touchdown passes and …

2 months, 2 weeks ago

Rodgers throws a season-high 4 touchdown passes in possible final game as Jets top Dolphins 32-20

Associated Press

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Aaron Rodgers walked off the field with his buddy Davante Adams by his side, waved his left hand to the New York Jets fans cheering his name in the MetLife Stadium stands and walked through the dark tunnel to the locker room. Rodgers threw a season-high four touchdown passes, becoming the fifth player to throw 500 …

2 months, 2 weeks ago

Geno Smith throws career-high 4 TD passes in Seahawks’ 30-25 win over playoff-bound Rams

Associated Press

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — Matthew Stafford and nearly all of his fellow offensive starters watched the Los Angeles Rams’ regular-season finale in street clothes. “I know we’re going to show up next week ready to roll.” Geno Smith passed for 223 yards and threw his career-best fourth touchdown pass to Noah Fant with 3:19 to play, and the Seahawks finished their …

Jets’ Aaron Rodgers becomes the NFL’s 5th player to throw 500 regular-season TD passes

Associated Press

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Aaron Rodgers became the fifth player in NFL history to throw 500 regular-season touchdown passes, accomplishing the feat in the second quarter of the New York Jets’ 32-20 victory over the Miami Dolphins on Sunday. “It was kind of like old-school red-zone touchdown like we did for so long in Green Bay where a play breaks …

2 months, 2 weeks ago

Aaron Rodgers turned back the clock — now he’ll decide whether to walk out the door

New York Times

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Aaron Rodgers walked to the sideline slowly, stone-faced, hands tucked into the warmer at his waist. Allen Lazard popped over to say something, moments after Rodgers threw an interception on his first pass of the game — the first time he’d ever done that in his NFL career. After the game, when Hall was told he …

2 months, 2 weeks ago

Dolphins face Rodgers and Jets needing a win and some help to complete a playoff-bound turnaround

Associated Press

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — The Miami Dolphins were struggling midway through the season, playing nothing like a potential playoff contender. “We started off 2-6,” wide receiver Jaylen Waddle said, “and look at us now.” The Dolphins are 8-8 heading into the regular-season finale Sunday against Aaron Rodgers and the New York Jets needing a win — and some help elsewhere …

2 months, 2 weeks ago

Rodgers and Jets are in the spoiler role as Dolphins need a win to keep their playoff hopes alive

Associated Press

Miami at New York Jets Sunday, 4:25 p.m. EST, Fox. The Dolphins swept the Jets in 2023, including a 30-0 win in December 2023, which was the first time Miami shut out a team since 2020, when it also blanked the Jets 24-0.. McDaniel is 4-1 against the Jets as Miami’s head coach.. Stats and stuff The Dolphins need to …

2 months, 3 weeks ago

Rodgers says his time with Jets has been ‘best 2 years of my life,’ but he also needs a mental break

Associated Press

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Aaron Rodgers was in a reflective mood as he prepares for what could be his last game with the New York Jets. “And see where I’m at after that.” Still, he very much sounded as though he doesn’t necessarily expect to be back with the Jets — even if he does want to continue playing. “It’s …

2 months, 3 weeks ago

Jets’ Aaron Rodgers says he’s unsure of playing in 2025, could be ‘part of the change’ in New York

New York Times

With Week 18 approaching and the New York Jets eliminated from the playoffs, Aaron Rodgers is thinking about the future. During Rodgers’ media availability Wednesday, the 41-year-old quarterback admitted he was thinking about whether the Jets’ final game against the Miami Dolphins on Sunday would also be his last. “I need a break mentally, and I don’t want to make …

2 months, 3 weeks ago

Rodgers gets one more start for the Jets and then an offseason of uncertainty begins

Associated Press

Aaron Rodgers and the New York Jets have one more game left before bidding farewell to what has been a miserable season. Interim coach Jeff Ulbrich reiterated Monday what he said Sunday after New York’s 40-14 loss to Buffalo: The 41-year-old Rodgers will be under center for the team’s last game. “Not to say that it’s right, but I do …

2 months, 3 weeks ago

Aaron Rodgers-led Jets unravel in undisciplined and turnover-filled 40-14 loss to the Bills

Associated Press

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — Aaron Rodgers hoped to become the NFL’s fifth quarterback to throw 500 touchdown passes. Interim coach Jeff Ulbrich said that “barring injury,” Rodgers will start next week’s season finale at home against the Miami Dolphins. “I’m going to enjoy next week and then take some mental and physical rest,” Rodgers said Sunday. Rodgers’ first interception came …

2 months, 3 weeks ago

Jets wide receiver Davante Adams sits out practice with a hip ailment, Aaron Rodgers a full go

Associated Press

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — New York Jets wide receiver Davante Adams sat out practice Thursday with a hip ailment that makes his status for the game Sunday at Buffalo uncertain. Cornerback Sauce Gardner, right tackle Morgan Moses and right guard Alijah Vera-Tucker also were sidelined for the Jets’ first full practice of the week. Adams was apparently injured in New …

2 months, 3 weeks ago

Rodgers acknowledges Jets could release him after the regular season as he contemplates his future

Associated Press

Aaron Rodgers is still contemplating his playing future. The 41-year-old Rodgers said last week that he’ll take some time after this season, his 20th in the NFL, to determine what he wants to do next. “I think there’s a world where they just say, ‘Hey, thank you, we’re going to go in another direction’ on Jan. 6,” Rodgers said during …

2 months, 3 weeks ago

Today in Sports - Marshall Faulk breaks Emmitt Smith’s NFL record for touchdowns in a season with 26

Associated Press

Dec. 24 1950 — Cleveland’s Otto Graham throws four touchdown passes, despite icy footing in Municipal Stadium, and Lou Groza kicks a 16-yard field goal with 28 seconds left to give the Browns a 30-28 victory over the Los Angeles Rams and the NFL title in their first year in the league. 1961 — George Blanda’s 35-yard touchdown pass to …

Dolphins keep playoff hopes alive with 29-17 win over 49ers, who were eliminated Sunday afternoon

Associated Press

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — Tua Tagovailoa threw for 215 yards and a touchdown, Jason Sanders nailed five field goals, and the Miami Dolphins kept their playoff chances alive by beating the San Francisco 49ers 29-17 on Sunday. Trailing by nine early in the fourth, San Francisco quarterback Brock Purdy found tight end Eric Saubert for a 2-yard score that cut …

3 months ago

Stafford’s TD pass after Rodgers’ turnover leads Rams past Jets 19-9

Associated Press

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Matthew Stafford threw a go-ahead 11-yard touchdown pass to Tyler Higbee early in the fourth quarter after a turnover by Aaron Rodgers and the Los Angeles Rams beat the New York Jets 19-9 on Sunday for their fourth consecutive victory. New York had another chance to get the ball, but Jordan Whittington recovered Xavier Gipson’s muffed …

3 months ago

Rams’ young defense eyes Jets’ Aaron Rodgers as a chance for legendary performance

LA Times

Rams Bobby Brown II, Kobie Turner, Byron Young and Michael Hoecht have been creating a bond since camp. So young Rams defensive players are eager for the opportunity to play against the future Hall of Famer on Sunday at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. “It’s one of those things,” rookie safety Kamren Kinchens said, “if I can pick him …

3 months ago

Rams’ Matthew Stafford and Jets’ Aaron Rodgers square off in a showdown of familiar foes

Associated Press

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Matthew Stafford has played Aaron Rodgers too many times over the years to wax poetic about any single showdown. It’s always a challenge going against him.” The last time they squared off, Rodgers’ Packers topped Stafford and the Rams 36-28 at Lambeau Field. “It’s two greats and two guys that I look at as Hall of …

3 months ago

Today in Sports - Week Ahead, Dec. 20 - Dec. 26

Associated Press

3 months ago

Classic matchup no matter the teams: Rams’ Matthew Stafford vs. Jets’ Aaron Rodgers

LA Times

Matthew Stafford, left, and Aaron Rodgers competed often as members of the Detroit Lions and Green Bay Packers, respectively. On Sunday, Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford and New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers will square off for the 18th time. “He’s a hell of a player,” Stafford said of Rodgers on Wednesday. Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford passes at Lambeau Field in …

3 months ago

Aaron Rodgers’ recent resurgence for the Jets is showing he might have plenty left beyond this year

Associated Press

Aaron Rodgers turned back the clock the past few weeks — and reignited talk about whether the New York Jets quarterback has another quality season left in him. “I think there’s some absolute truth to the fact that he struggled with injuries for a good part of the season,” interim head coach Jeff Ulbrich said Monday. The real Aaron Rodgers.” …

3 months, 1 week ago

Vintage performances by Davante Adams and Aaron Rodgers carry Jets past defenseless Jaguars 32-25

Associated Press

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Davante Adams and Aaron Rodgers gave the New York Jets’ next general manager and head coach something to ponder with a glimpse into the past — and potentially the future. Adams caught nine passes from Rodgers for 198 yards and two touchdowns — all in the second half — and the Jets rallied to beat the Jacksonville …

3 months, 1 week ago

Davante Adams showed what he can do — and why he should be back with the Jets in 2025

New York Times

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The New York Jets’ team plane was delayed flying out of New Jersey on Saturday due to mechanical issues. Adams “was wide-open and came back and said, ‘What, you don’t trust me anymore?’ with, like, a wry smile,” Rodgers said. Rodgers got the ball with 4:19 remaining, the Jets trailing 22-17 — it was a chance to …

3 months, 1 week ago

Davante Adams’ vintage performance lifts Jets over Jaguars: Key takeaways

New York Times

The New York Jets rode Davante Adams’ massive afternoon to a 32-25 victory over the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday. !#NYJvsJAX on FOX pic.twitter.com/XK3rBXayBe — New York Jets December 15, 2024 Brian Thomas Jr. officially set Jacksonville’s franchise rookie receiving record with three weeks left to play, breaking Justin Blackmon’s 865-yard record on the first drive of the afternoon. #NYJvsJAX on …

3 months, 1 week ago

Jets still struggling to secure wins and stop blowing late leads in another playoff-less season

Associated Press

Garrett Wilson has experienced a lot of losing in his three seasons with the New York Jets. “When you’re up in the fourth quarter, all of a sudden it starts to feel like you have a losing problem,” the wide receiver said after the Jets’ 32-26 overtime loss. The Jets couldn’t even enjoy what interim coach Jeff Ulbrich said Monday …

3 months, 2 weeks ago

New York Jets extend the most unwanted streak in US sports with agonizing overtime loss to Miami Dolphins

Daily Mail

The year was 2010 and the upstart New York Jets were making noise behind larger-than-life head coach Rex Ryan, young quarterback Mark Sanchez, veterans D'Brickashaw Ferguson and Bart Scott, as well as future Hall of Famers LaDainian Tomlinson and Darrelle Revis. Rodgers nearly faced the Jets in Super Bowl XLV, but New York hasn't sniffed the playoffs since New York …

3 months, 2 weeks ago

Tua Tagovailoa’s TD pass to Jonnu Smith gives Dolphins 32-26 overtime win over Aaron Rodgers, Jets

Associated Press

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — Tua Tagovailoa wouldn’t want to repeat everything that was said in the Miami Dolphins’ huddle Sunday when they trailed the New York Jets in the fourth quarter. “Just know we were getting after everyone inside the huddle,” Tagovailoa said, “to make sure you’re blocking the way you need to block, you’re running the routes the way …

3 months, 2 weeks ago

Today in Sports - QB Tom Brady breaks Peyton Manning’s record for most TD passes in NFL history, 582

Associated Press

Dec. 9 1934 — The New York Giants wins the NFL championship by beating the Chicago Bears 30-13 in the famous “Sneakers Game.” With the temperature at 9 degrees and the Polo Grounds field a sheet of ice, the Giants open the second half wearing basketball shoes and score 27 points in the final period to overcome a 13-3 Chicago …

3 months, 2 weeks ago

Today in Sports - Week Ahead, Dec. 6 - Dec. 12

Associated Press

Dec. 10 1939 — The Green Bay Packers register the first shutout in an NFL championship game by beating the New York Giants 27-0. 1994 — Art Monk sets an NFL record for consecutive games with a reception on New York’s first play in the Jets’ 18-7 loss to the Detroit Lions. 2006 — LaDainian Tomlinson breaks Shaun Alexander’s NFL …

3 months, 2 weeks ago

Jets aren’t ready to send Aaron Rodgers to the sideline as a lost season reaches the home stretch

Associated Press

Aaron Rodgers celebrated his 41st birthday with the news he’s still the New York Jets’ starting quarterback. “I don’t,” he said, “because I see enough evidence on tape of him still being capable of playing high level football for us.” What’s working Special teams. The offense finally had a fast start with three touchdowns in New York’s first four drives, …

3 months, 3 weeks ago

Williams’ 92-yard INT return and Charbonnet’s late TD run help Seahawks top Jets 26-21

Associated Press

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Leonard Williams was chugging along down the sideline with the end zone slowly getting closer. Seattle’s 6-foot-5, 310-pound defensive end had just intercepted Aaron Rodgers and his 92-yard return for a momentum-turning score in the second quarter helped the Seahawks come back and defeat the New York Jets 26-21 on Sunday. “He’s playing out of his …

3 months, 3 weeks ago

New York Jets respond to claims Aaron Rodgers could be shut down

Daily Mail

The New York Jets are not planning on shutting Aaron Rodgers down this week, despite reports that both the quarterback and the team themselves want to part ways. Interim head coach Jeff Ulrich addressed the speculation surrounding Rodgers at a press conference on Monday, with the team returning to practice after a bye week. The New York Jets are not …

4 months ago

If the Jets don’t want Aaron Rodgers back, the 4-time MVP will find another home: Analysis

Associated Press

On Football analyzes the biggest topics in the NFL from week to week. Aaron Rodgers could be next to leave the New York Jets. If Rodgers doesn’t retire and New York’s new regime wants a clean slate, here are potential destinations for the future first-ballot Hall of Famer: SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS: This could only happen if Brock Purdy’s shoulder injury …

4 months ago

Jets’ Super Bowl dreams with Rodgers have fizzled into a tumultuous mess with lots of uncertainty

Associated Press

Aaron Rodgers sat in front of a packed auditorium at the New York Jets’ facility and shared an observation a few generations of frustrated fans knew all too well. “I mean, it’s disappointing,” Rodgers said after the Jets’ 28-27 loss to Indianapolis last Sunday. He insisted this year’s squad was one of the franchise’s “most talented teams that has ever …

4 months ago

Rams-Patriots takeaways: With four TD passes, Matthew Stafford keeps breaking records

LA Times

Matthew Stafford pointed the Rams offense in the right direction, with four touchdown passes against the Patriots, Quarterback Matthew Stafford passed for four touchdowns and took over sole possession of 10th place on the NFL career list with 370. Stafford, who completed 18 of 27 passes for 295 yards, connected with Cooper Kupp on touchdown pass plays of five and …

4 months ago

Richardson’s late TD run leads Colts to a 28-27 victory over Rodgers and the Jets

Associated Press

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Anthony Richardson was back as the Indianapolis Colts’ starting quarterback — and played as though he intends to never leave the huddle again. 4 overall pick in last year’s NFL draft ran for a 4-yard touchdown, his second of the game, with 46 seconds left in his return from a two-game benching to lift the Colts …

4 months ago

After a year-long wait, the Aaron Rodgers-led New York Jets are a hard watch

New York Times

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — New York Jets players and coaches often talk about how they can’t resort to finger-pointing, even when things are at their worst — which they are right now. “When we saw the field goal team go on we were all happy like: Let’s do what we do,” Reed said. The outside world is going to be …

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