1 year, 7 months ago

Aaron Rodgers will make his New York Jets debut on MNF on September 11

Aaron Rodgers' Jets debut will be given the primetime treatment, as he's set to take on the Bills on Monday Night Football in Week 1, it was announced on Good Morning America. Meanwhile, the season will open four days prior in Kansas City, as the Super Bowl-champion Chiefs host the Lions on Thursday Night Football, both teams confirmed. Rodgers joined the Jets in a blockbuster offseason trade after 18 years with the Packers, and his first time turning out for New York will be a highly-anticipated affair. Aaron Rodgers' poses with a Jets jersey during his first press conference with the team Patrick Mahomes led the Chiefs to victory in Super Bowl LVII vs. the Eagles on February1 2 Detroit finished the season 9-8 after a dreadful 1-6 start, and denied Rodgers a spot in the playoffs as they beat the Packers in Week 18.

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1 day, 9 hours 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 …

5 days, 9 hours 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 …

1 week, 6 days ago

Aaron Rodgers suggests a ‘curse’ might be the reason for the Jets’ losing ways

Associated Press

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — The New York Jets might be dealing with an opponent even tougher to overcome than their poor play, missed opportunities and ill-timed mistakes. Wide receiver Garrett Wilson suggested last Sunday a losing “gene” might be an explanation for the Jets’ inability to pull out victories after the team dropped to 3-10 with a loss at Miami. …

3 weeks, 6 days ago

Rodgers says he’ll enjoy the rest of the Jets’ season and ‘let the future take care of itself’

Associated Press

Aaron Rodgers is feeling healthy and will be the New York Jets’ starting quarterback as long as that remains the case. “I’m just going to enjoy these times here and let the future take care of itself.” Interim coach Jeff Ulbrich said Rodgers returned from the team’s bye-week break appearing physically refreshed and ready to go. “After my conversations with …

4 weeks ago

The Big Awful: New York’s football teams are spiraling

CNN

CNN — The 2024 NFL season is shaping up to be one of the most chaotic years in memory for New York football fans – and, for once, it’s not just the Gang Green faithful who are drowning in disappointment. While Jets fans may be used to such dire straits as the NFL regular season enters its final full month, …

4 weeks, 1 day ago

Jets’ Ulbrich says Rodgers ‘absolutely’ remains the team’s starting quarterback

Associated Press

New York Jets interim coach Jeff Ulbrich said Aaron Rodgers “absolutely” will remain the team’s starting quarterback and start Sunday against the Seattle Seahawks. “All I can say, and you’d have to ask Aaron if he’s fully healthy, but he’s better off today than he’s been as of late,” Ulbrich said. “So, I’m excited about what that looks like.” NFL …

1 month 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 …

1 month 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 …

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Jets’ Wilson and Adams imagined catching passes from Rodgers together during an offseason dinner

Associated Press

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Garrett Wilson got a call from Davante Adams during the offseason more than a year ago to let him know he was in New York City and invited the Jets wide receiver to join him and some friends for dinner. “I knew the whole time it wasn’t necessarily going to happen in the Pittsburgh game,” Adams …

1 month, 3 weeks ago

Jets' Comeback Against Texans: A Breath of Fresh Air in the AFC East

Associated Press

The New York Jets' win over the Houston Texans was a much-needed spark of optimism after a disappointing start to the season. Despite a late surge by the Texans, the Jets emerged victorious, showcasing their improved offensive efficiency and the presence of key players like Garrett Wilson and Aaron Rodgers. The Jets will now have a chance to rest and …

1 month, 3 weeks ago

Aaron Rodgers stats Jets vs. Texans on Thursday Night Football: This will all be over soon.

Slate

At best, Aaron Rodgers has failed to transform the New York Jets into anything other than the New York Jets. The Jets’ entire last season became about a quarterback who would not be playing for them, and who frequently created negative news cycles for the team with his weekly appearances on ESPN’s Pat McAfee Show. Rodgers’ every utterance becomes national …

1 month, 4 weeks ago

After loss to Patriots, it’s too dark to see how Aaron Rodgers’ Jets can save their season

New York Times

— Aaron Rodgers stood at the lectern, sullen, the brim of his hat casting a shadow over his eyes. Until they did..@dreeday32 WITH 22 SECONDS LEFT 🤯 📺: CBS pic.twitter.com/QTUC4h6w6p — New England Patriots October 27, 2024 Afterward, interim coach Jeff Ulbrich — promoted to be the captain of the Titanic just as it was about to strike the iceberg …

2 months ago

Jets' Rodgers Dealing with Multiple Injuries, But Expected to Play Sunday Against Patriots

Associated Press

New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers is dealing with hamstring and ankle/knee issues but is expected to play Sunday against New England. He has been struggling with injuries this season, with his offensive coordinator recently being demoted to passing game coordinator due to his team's inconsistency.

2 months, 1 week ago

Aaron Rodgers, New York Jets fall to Buffalo Bills in first game since firing head coach despite Hail Mary touchdown

CNN

CNN — The Buffalo Bills overcame an Aaron Rodgers Hail Mary touchdown pass at the end of the first half to edge past the New York Jets 23-20 in a penalty-filled victory on Monday night in East Rutherford, New Jersey. It was the Jets’ first game since firing head coach Robert Saleh, with defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich named interim coach, …

2 months, 1 week ago

Jets doctors rule on Aaron Rodgers' status against rival Bills

Daily Mail

The New York Jets team doctors have cleared Aaron Rodgers for takeoff for Monday's game against the Buffalo Bills. The New York Jets team doctors have cleared Aaron Rodgers for takeoff on Monday night New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers, right, reacts as he is tackled during the second half of an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings Ulbrich …

2 months, 2 weeks ago

Aaron Rodgers makes shock confession about Robert Saleh being fired by the New York Jets

Daily Mail

Aaron Rodgers believes that Robert Saleh would still be in a job if he had started the season in better form for the New York Jets. Saleh was abruptly fired as Jets head coach on Tuesday after a 2-3 start to the season, with his team being beaten by the Minnesota Vikings in London on Sunday. A day later, the …

2 months, 2 weeks ago

Rodgers says allegations that he played a role in Saleh’s firing as Jets coach are ‘patently false’

Associated Press

Aaron Rodgers insisted he played no role in the firing of Robert Saleh as the New York Jets coach and called such allegations “patently false.” The star quarterback made his weekly appearance on “The Pat McAfee Show” on Wednesday, a day after Jets owner Woody Johnson fired Saleh after the team got off to a 2-3 start in the coach’s …

2 months, 2 weeks ago

Analysis: Robert Saleh got 5 full games with Aaron Rodgers, won’t finish what he started with Jets

Associated Press

On Football analyzes the biggest topics in the NFL from week to week. ___ Robert Saleh got to coach just five full games with Aaron Rodgers before New York Jets owner Woody Johnson decided to make a change. But Johnson couldn’t fire Hackett — that probably wouldn’t sit well with Rodgers — so Saleh is out and defensive coordinator Jeff …

3 months ago

Aaron Rodgers breaks his silence on tense sideline exchange with New York Jets coach Robert Saleh

Daily Mail

Aaron Rodgers has opened up on his bizarre sideline exchange with Robert Saleh, insisting he wasn't expecting his New York Jets head coach to go in for a hug. Returning to the sidelines after throwing his first home Jets touchdown, head coach Saleh went in for a hug - only to be pushed away by his veteran QB. Aaron Rodgers …

3 months ago

Aaron Rodgers issues ominous warning to the NFL after Jets' thumping win over the Patriots

Daily Mail

Aaron Rodgers has issued an ominous warning to the rest of the NFL about his thriving relationship with his Jets receivers. It came after the quarterback combined for touchdowns with both Allen Lazard and Garrett Wilson as the New York Jets blew away the New England Patriots 24-3 on Thursday. Aaron Rodgers issued an ominous warning to the NFL after …

3 months, 1 week ago

Aaron Rodgers and the Jets visit the Titans with both trying to avoid 0-2 starts

Associated Press

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The NFL did the New York Jets and four-time NFL MVP Aaron Rodgers no favors scheduling their first three games over the span of 11 days. Two-time Pro Bowl defensive lineman Jeffery Simmons said Rodgers probably has the best hard count outside of Titans offensive line guru Bill Callahan. Rodgers watched the end of the Jets’ loss …

3 months, 1 week ago

Aaron Rodgers and the Jets look for their 1st win together on road in Tennessee

Associated Press

New York Jets at Tennessee Sunday, 1 p.m. EDT, CBS BetMGM NFL Odds: Jets by 3 1/2. Series notes The Titans are 4-3 against the Jets when playing at Nissan Stadium, including a 26-22 win in New York’s last visit Dec. 2, 2018. Hall has four career fumbles, with one in each of his three season-opening games.. WR Allen Lazard, …

3 months, 1 week ago

Jets’ Rodgers is healthy, focused and ‘relaxed’ a year to the day of his injury

Associated Press

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Aaron Rodgers faced an uncertain playing future a year ago as he limped off the field with what turned out to be a torn Achilles tendon. “Yeah, we go into the Groundhog Day mindset being a Wednesday and we’re on to the next opponent,” Rodgers said. A lot’s changed in a year and I’m glad to …

3 months, 2 weeks ago

Jets struggle in opener, but Saleh says 0-1 with Rodgers feels better than 1-0 last year without him

Associated Press

Aaron Rodgers being back on the field healthy — albeit a bit rusty — made even a rough loss in front of a national TV audience sting just a little less for the New York Jets. “Unfortunately, it does.” That’s because after one game last year, Rodgers’ injury had the Jets’ heads spinning and their frustrated fans coming to grips …

3 months, 2 weeks ago

Aaron Rodgers arrives for New York Jets vs. San Francisco 49ers as QB makes long-awaited NFL return

Daily Mail

Aaron Rodgers has arrived at Levi's Stadium ahead of his much-anticipated return to the NFL on Monday Night Football. Rodgers and the New York Jets take on the San Francisco 49ers in the quarterback's first appearance since rupturing his Achilles on debut last year. Aaron Rodgers arrives at Levi's Stadium ahead of his much-anticipated return to the NFL The 40-year-old …

3 months, 2 weeks ago

Aaron Rodgers might have ‘a little smirk’ before his 5th snap in the Jets’ opener to mark his return

Associated Press

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Robert Saleh chuckled as a reporter finished asking a question that was no laughing matter a year ago. “I think he’s going to be just fine.” And in many ways, the Jets’ promising season largely depends on him being much better than fine. “As the years went on,” Rodgers said, “I realized how important those words …

3 months, 2 weeks ago

Aaron Rodgers makes his return when the Jets open the season at the 49ers

Associated Press

New York Jets at San Francisco Monday, 8:15 p.m. EDT, ESPN/ABC BetMGM NFL Odds: 49ers by 3 1/2. The 40-year-old four-time NFL MVP tore his left Achilles tendon four snaps into his debut last season for New York, sinking the Jets’ playoff hopes with him. Stats and stuff The Jets are 1-2 in season openers under Robert Saleh, with the …

3 months, 3 weeks ago

Aaron Rodgers is back for the Jets and so are lofty expectations to end a 13-year playoff drought

Associated Press

NEW YORK JETS EXPECTATIONS: Playoffs or bust. But with the 40-year-old Aaron Rodger back and healthy after tearing his left Achilles tendon on his fourth snap of the season last year, there’s renewed optimism for the Jets to not only get into the playoffs, but to make a run. The Jets’ success will come down to how Rodgers plays in …

4 months ago

Aaron Rodgers and the Jets’ starters will not play in the preseason finale against the Giants

Associated Press

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Aaron Rodgers’ next snap in a game for the New York Jets will come almost exactly a year since his last. Coach Robert Saleh announced Thursday that Rodgers and the rest of the Jets’ starters will not play in the preseason finale against the Giants on Saturday night. He said Tuesday he didn’t “really have a …

4 months ago

Jets make decision on quarterback Aaron Rodgers playing preseason finale against Giants

Daily Mail

The New York Jets will be without their first team for Saturday's preseason finale against the Giants at MetLife Stadium, head coach Robert Saleh told reporters Thursday. This means Aaron Rodgers has missed all three preseason games as he works his way back from the torn Achilles he suffered on his first series with the Jets in 2023. Despite Rodgers' …

4 months ago

After ‘much harder’ camp, Jets’ Aaron Rodgers has no preference whether he plays in preseason finale

Associated Press

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Maybe Aaron Rodgers will play. “I don’t really have a preference,” Rodgers said Tuesday after getting a veteran rest day along with several other projected starters. “And it feels like it, but it’s good,” Rodgers said. I respect and appreciate my defense for that.. We’ll see if we can get through tomorrow without getting drilled.” But …

4 months, 3 weeks ago

Jets coach Robert Saleh says his ‘instinct’ is to not play QB Aaron Rodgers during the preseason

Associated Press

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Aaron Rodgers’ next snap in a game for the New York Jets might be the season opener. Coach Robert Saleh said Tuesday his “instinct” is to keep the 40-year-old quarterback on the sideline for all three of the Jets’ preseason games this summer. “He definitely won’t play in the first two, but the discussion on the …

4 months, 3 weeks ago

A fired-up Aaron Rodgers gets angry after being stepped on and Jets’ offense is sloppy at practice

Associated Press

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Aaron Rodgers was downright ticked off. “And that’s kind of impossible because he’s kind of like the Oppenheimer of football, right?” The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! He’s snapped for us the last year, so he’ll be fine.” Rodgers, who wasn’t scheduled to speak to reporters Monday, has …

6 months, 1 week ago

Aaron Rodgers goes AWOL! Jets star facing more than $100,000 in fines after failing to show up for practice - because of a mystery 'event' he wanted to attend

Daily Mail

Rodgers is in his second offseason as the starting quarterback for the Jets Aaron Rodgers is absent from the New York Jets mandatory minicamp on Tuesday, per head coach Robert Saleh, and is facing a fine because of it. Rodgers is one of two Jets to miss the mandatory minicamp, alongside new team defensive star Haason Reddick. Aaron Rodgers earned …

7 months ago

Jets QB Aaron Rodgers is ‘doing everything’ at practice in his return from torn Achilles tendon

Associated Press

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Aaron Rodgers is throwing and, more importantly, running again — and officially putting his torn Achilles tendon behind him. “He’s doing everything,” said coach Robert Saleh, who added: “There’s no limitations to what we’re asking him to do at practice.” Rodgers looked sharp and moved well Tuesday during non-contact team drills. Mike North, the NFL’s vice …

7 months, 1 week ago

New York Jets will open 2024 season on primetime Monday Night Football for the second straight year as massive opponent for Aaron Rodgers' return is revealed

Daily Mail

The New York Jets will re-start their Aaron Rodgers era on Monday Night Football once again. Rodgers and co. have been dealt a tough opponent for the Monday night slot for a second-straight season, this time taking on the reigning NFC champion San Francisco 49ers on September 9. The New York Jets will re- start their Aaron Rodgers era on …

7 months, 3 weeks ago

Aaron Rodgers not expected to have any restrictions in the Jets’ next phase of offseason workouts

Associated Press

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Aaron Rodgers is on track to be on the field without limitations for the New York Jets in a few weeks. Coach Robert Saleh said Friday after the team’s first day of rookie minicamp practices that Rodgers has looked good as he continues to work his way back eight months after tearing his left Achilles tendon …

7 months, 3 weeks ago

Jets go offense, offense and more offense around Aaron Rodgers throughout the NFL draft

Associated Press

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — The New York Jets traded down and got a protector. General manager Joe Douglas kept wheeling and dealing throughout the three days of the NFL draft as the Jets focused mostly on the offense to improve a unit that was among the league’s worst with quarterback Aaron Rodgers missing all but four snaps last season. “It …

8 months ago

Jets might have a tough call to make between a playmaker or protection at No. 10 in the NFL draft

Associated Press

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — The NFL draft board is wide open for Joe Douglas and the New York Jets. Or, the general manager could target another offensive lineman to make sure the 40-year-old quarterback stays upright after his debut with New York lasted just four plays last season because of a torn Achilles tendon. “I think it opens the door …

8 months, 2 weeks ago

Jets’ Aaron Rodgers briefly thought playing career could be over after tearing his Achilles tendon

Associated Press

Aaron Rodgers acknowledged during a podcast appearance this week he briefly thought his playing career could be over after he tore his left Achilles tendon in the New York Jets’ season opener. “I had this incredible offseason experience in a new city, in a new town, with new teammates, a new organization, an owner for the first time, and really …

8 months, 3 weeks ago

New York Jets acquire Haason Reddick from the Philadelphia Eagles as team reloads for season No 2 with Aaron Rodgers at quarterback

Daily Mail

Ahead of their second season with Aaron Rodgers at quarterback, the New York Jets are reloading, acquiring Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Haason Reddick on Friday from the Philadelphia Eagles. Reddick was dealt by the Eagles for a third-round pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, which could change to a top-two-round pick based on the linebacker's performance. Reddick spent two seasons with …

9 months ago

Jets sign former Chargers WR Mike Williams to 1-year deal. Move gives Aaron Rodgers a new playmaker

Associated Press

Aaron Rodgers and the New York Jets were served up a new playmaker on offense. Former Chargers wide receiver Mike Williams signed a one-year contract with the Jets on Tuesday, six days after he was released by Los Angeles. The Jets posted a video of Williams on X, formerly known as Twitter, biting into a Taylor ham, egg and cheese …

9 months, 1 week ago

Scouting new Jets QB Tyrod Taylor, and how he fits as Aaron Rodgers’ backup

New York Times

Owner Woody Johnson made it clear he was unhappy with the backup quarterback situation when he said a few weeks ago that the New York Jets “didn’t have one” last season. Examining potential suitors, what Jets could get in deal Ultimately, Taylor’s biggest impact will simply be the confidence he’ll give the offense — and defense — if he ever …

11 months, 1 week ago

Psychedelics, darkness retreats and ‘Pat McAfee Show’: How Aaron Rodgers became a divisive figure – while barely playing

CNN

CNN — It wasn’t so long ago that Aaron Rodgers was the NFL’s Most Valuable Player. Cimini doesn’t dispute that Rodgers can be a “polarizing” figure away from the field, but the reporter says that the 40-year-old has actually been a unifying one in the Jets locker room. Brian Snyder/Reuters He said he is “not an anti-vax flat earther,” but …

11 months, 2 weeks ago

Jets’ Aaron Rodgers looks to 2024 season: ‘We’re all going to be on the hot seat next year’

New York Times

Quarterback Aaron Rodgers said everyone at the Jets will “be on the hot seat next year” following New York’s rocky 7-10 season this year. “Anything in this building that we’re doing that has nothing to do with winning needs to be assessed,” Rodgers said Monday while addressing what he’d like to see next season. During his news conference, Rodgers did …

11 months, 2 weeks ago

Aaron Rodgers voted Jets’ most inspirational player by teammates. QB played just 4 snaps this season

Associated Press

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Aaron Rodgers’ first season with the New York Jets lasted only four snaps. “It says a lot about him and how he’s approached becoming a Jet and being here with us, whether he’s on the field or not.” Rodgers was hurt during the season opener against Buffalo on Sept. 11, but immediately focused on trying to …

11 months, 3 weeks ago

Jets enter final week looking to finish strong and end their 15-game skid against the Patriots

Associated Press

Quincy Williams insists the New York Jets still have something to play for. “But I can say it might be some side-type conversations, but it’s in the back of everyone heads, for sure, just because of the rivalry of the team, really.” There might also be some extra juice Sunday with some speculating it could be Bill Belichick’s final game …

1 year ago

Report: Jets owner decides that coach Saleh and GM Douglas will return next season

Associated Press

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — New York Jets coach Robert Saleh and general manager Joe Douglas will continue to lead the team next season, as expected. Owner Woody Johnson told the New York Post on Sunday that he will stand pat with the team’s football leadership, even after a dismal season that resulted in a 13th straight year for the franchise …

1 year ago

Jets’ NFL-worst offense will face Commanders’ league-worst defense in possible Christmas Eve snoozer

Associated Press

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — The Washington Commanders are bringing their 32nd-ranked defense to New York to square off against the Jets’ NFL-worst offense. It all likely depends on whether the defensively challenged Commanders can stop the Jets’ sluggish offense, which will have Trevor Siemian starting at quarterback since Zach Wilson didn’t clear the concussion protocol. “For us on the back …

1 year ago

Jets QB Aaron Rodgers activated from IR as next step in rehab. He won’t play again until next season

Associated Press

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Aaron Rodgers will remain on the practice field to continue working on his return for the New York Jets — for next season. The four-time NFL MVP was activated from the injured reserve list Wednesday, a move coach Robert Saleh said is merely the next step in Rodgers’ rehabilitation from a torn left Achilles tendon. “We’ve …

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