11 months, 2 weeks ago

Jets’ Aaron Rodgers hopes to play beyond next season but acknowledges everyone’s ‘on the hot seat’

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Aaron Rodgers is focused on coming back strong next season for the New York Jets. “That’s directly on me.” Rodgers was viewed by many in the organization going into the season as a missing piece for the Jets to return to respectability — and the playoffs. “Obviously we’re all going to be on the quote-unquote hot seat next year,” Rodgers said. And obviously if I have the season I know that I’m capable of having and we have the success I know we’re capable of having, then all that stuff takes care of itself.” The four-time NFL MVP made a remarkably fast recovery from his torn Achilles tendon and returned to practice with the team on Nov. 29, and Saleh watched Rodgers “carve us up on the scout team.” But with the Jets knocked out of playoff contention and Rodgers not fully healthy, the focus eventually turned to next season for the quarterback’s return. “I want what’s best for him and where he wants to be,” Rodgers said, “and sometimes a change of scenery, as I know, can be a breath of fresh air.” STANDING PAT Saleh doesn’t expect to make any “significant” changes to his coaching staff and anticipates all three of his coordinators — Nathaniel Hackett, Jeff Ulbrich and Brant Boyer — to be back unless other opportunities arise.

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44 minutes 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 …

4 days, 22 hours ago

Aaron Rodgers ‘open to everything’ regarding his playing future beyond this season with Jets

Associated Press

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Aaron Rodgers is still uncertain whether he’ll play football beyond this season. “Whether or not I’m part of the conversation, or whether or not they move on,” Rodgers said, “whatever happens, I’ll be taking my time and thinking about my future.” Rodgers struggled with knee, ankle and hamstring ailments early in the season and was clearly …

1 week, 4 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, 5 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 …

3 weeks, 5 days 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, …

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 …

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, 1 week 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, 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

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 …

7 months, 2 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 …

8 months, 1 week 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 …

11 months 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 …

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 …

1 year ago

Aaron Rodgers’ season is (officially) over, so Jets must turn the page to 2024

New York Times

The New York Jets dream is officially dead. Tuesday, Rodgers said on “The Pat McAfee Show” that “if I was 100 percent today, I’d be pushing to play. GO DEEPER Jets 2024 roster projection: Who’ll be back, who won’t and who’s on the bubble Implications: Next season The most notable thing Rodgers did Tuesday was endorse three Jets figureheads who …

1 year ago

Rodgers' return will come next season with Jets out of playoff hunt and QB not 100% healthy

The Independent

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1 year ago

Rodgers’ return will come next season, with Jets out of 2023 playoff hunt and QB not 100% healthy

Associated Press

Aaron Rodgers’ quest to make an improbable return this season for the New York Jets appears over. “If I was 100% today, I’d be definitely pushing to play,” Rodgers said. “But the fact is I’m not.” Rodgers never firmly said he won’t play this season, but strongly indicated that is the case. “There’s going to be a lot more amazing …

1 year ago

Seats are getting hotter for Jets coach Robert Saleh and GM Joe Douglas after embarrassing loss

Associated Press

The cries from frustrated New York Jets fans are getting louder. A season that began with Super Bowl hopes and Aaron Rodgers leading the way has deteriorated to the point the seats under coach Robert Saleh and general manager Joe Douglas are getting uncomfortably warm. The Jets are hopeful OLs Max Mitchell and Carter Warren will return after sitting out …

1 year ago

Jets eliminated from playoff contention after loss to Dolphins. Rodgers’ comeback bid in question

Associated Press

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — The very slim opening the New York Jets had of keeping their playoffs hopes alive closed with an emphatic dud. A week after their 30-6 win over Houston, Zach Wilson and the Jets hoped that dominant performance would catapult a run that could end the franchise’s 12-season playoff skid — the NFLs’ longest active drought. “It’s …

1 year ago

Jets’ Aaron Rodgers ‘looks normal’ to coach during practice in comeback attempt

Associated Press

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Aaron Rodgers took a few more steps — and provided a highlight play — in his comeback attempt from a torn left Achilles tendon. Coach Robert Saleh said Friday the 40-year-old quarterback “pushed it a little bit” at practice Thursday, when he was listed as a limited participant after sitting out Wednesday. I’m like, ‘Chill!’ That’s …

1 year ago

Rodgers’ potential return just an ‘external motivator’ as Jets try to get back to winning

Associated Press

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — The New York Jets’ playoff hopes could get a big boost with a victory Sunday. “If you’re waiting to rachet, to turn it up when it becomes life or death, you can say, it’s too late.” Rodgers, meanwhile, is working his way back from a torn Achilles tendon and still intends to return this season — …

1 year, 1 month ago

Saleh says it’ll be Rodgers’ call to play again with Jets if he’s cleared by doctors to return

Associated Press

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Aaron Rodgers will have the final call on whether he plays again this season for the New York Jets — if and when he gets medical clearance. Coach Robert Saleh said Wednesday the team will defer to the four-time NFL MVP, who’s rehabilitating from a torn left Achilles tendon four snaps into his debut with the …

1 year, 1 month ago

Jets predictions at NFL midseason: No Aaron Rodgers return in 2023; 8-win finish?

New York Times

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — This feels like the tipping point of the New York Jets’ season, fittingly at the halfway mark. So now they’re here, as they were last year, with an elite defense, a bad offense and questions about whether Robert Saleh can pull it all together for an actual run to the playoffs — and, if all goes …

1 year, 1 month ago

Jets’ Aaron Rodgers drops back and puts weight on injured leg during warmups before game vs Giants

Associated Press

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Aaron Rodgers dropped back and put some weight on his injured left leg as he threw several passes during warmups before the New York Jets’ game against the Giants on Sunday. They weren’t full dropbacks, but the fact Rodgers can put weight on his left leg and step into throws nearly seven weeks after being injured …

1 year, 2 months ago

Aaron Rodgers rejoins the Jets and is expected to attend their game vs. Chiefs, AP source says

Associated Press

Aaron Rodgers attended a team meeting at the New York Jets’ New Jersey hotel Saturday night and is expected to attend the game against the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday night, according to a person with knowledge of the situation. The 39-year-old Rodgers hinted earlier this week during his weekly appearance on “The Pat McAfee Show” he could make his …

1 year, 3 months ago

Jets’ Aaron Rodgers says he ‘will rise yet again’ in first comments since season-ending injury

Associated Press

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Aaron Rodgers’ season is over. “And I shall rise yet again.” Rodgers is out for the season with a torn left Achilles tendon injury, suffered on the fourth snap of his debut with his new team Monday night. Please keep me in your thoughts and prayers as I begin the healing process today.” Rodgers closed his …

1 year, 3 months ago

New York Jets fear Aaron Rodgers' season is OVER with an Achilles injury MINUTES into his debut vs. Buffalo Bills with the quarterback, 39, having an MRI on Tuesday to learn his fate

Daily Mail

The New York Jets fear Aaron Rodgers is out for the season after injuring his left ankle - and, most likely, his Achilles - getting sacked by Leonard Floyd of the Buffalo Bills on the fourth snap of a nightmare start to his New York Jets career. Aaron Rodgers hurt his ankle getting sacked by Leonard Floyd minutes into his …

1 year, 3 months ago

Jets’ Aaron Rodgers shows support for unvaccinated tennis star Novak Djokovic

Associated Press

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Aaron Rodgers crossed an item off his sports bucket list — and then made a statement with a more visible crossout. The New York Jets quarterback attended the U.S. Open on Sunday, something he said he’d like to do for the first time since he’s playing in the New York/New Jersey area after 18 years with …

1 year, 3 months ago

Rodgers’ debut and Hamlin’s return highlight Monday night showdown between Jets and Bills

Associated Press

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Aaron Rodgers and the New York Jets have worked all spring and summer to get to this moment. “One thing has happened almost every single day and it just reminds me how I’m in the right place and where I’m supposed to be,” Rodgers said. “And I’m really just loving what this opportunity has given me.” …

1 year, 3 months ago

Aaron Rodgers’ football legacy could soar with the Jets if he wins in the Big Apple

Associated Press

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Aaron Rodgers was still a couple of months away from being wined and dined by the New York Jets when Joe Namath stepped up with an offer of his own. “To me, 12 is Broadway Joe and I didn’t want to even go down that path.” Rodgers was ready to make his own way — as …

1 year, 4 months ago

Aaron Rodgers is looking forward to a ‘few years partnership’ with the Jets after getting a new deal

Associated Press

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Aaron Rodgers’ fleeting thoughts of retirement have faded away into the darkness. “There wasn’t a whole lot of process to it,” Rodgers said. I’m not missing it at all.” Rodgers won’t play Thursday night when the Jets kick off their preseason schedule by playing the Cleveland Browns in the Hall of Fame game in Canton, Ohio. …

1 year, 4 months ago

Aaron Rodgers sharing info and making sure his new Jets teammates have their ‘brains turned on’

Associated Press

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Aaron Rodgers strolled over to the New York Jets’ defensive sideline, gave a few teammates pats on their backs and then got to Tony Adams. “I wanted to tell T.A., ‘Man, nice play on that interception,”’ Rodgers said Wednesday. So any time we’re on that field, whether it’s a half-line walkthrough or a full 11-on-11 play, …

1 year, 5 months ago

Aaron Rodgers is finding patience in the process as he kicks off camp with the Jets

Associated Press

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Allen Lazard was confident Aaron Rodgers would join him with the New York Jets. “There was probably like an eight-hour period of time where I’m like, ‘What the, bro?’” a smiling Lazard said Thursday, drawing laughs from reporters. And there’s a lot of positivity around here, which I think is a good thing.” Rodgers said when …

1 year, 6 months ago

Aaron Rodgers’ tweaked calf is ‘fine'; Jets hope QB will fully practice Friday

Associated Press

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Aaron Rodgers could be back fully practicing with the New York Jets on Friday after straining his right calf last week. “He’s just doing a bunch of rehab.” Saleh added the team hopes Rodgers will fully participate by Friday — or next week at the latest. “Just the command he has with everything, it’s different.” Rodgers …

1 year, 9 months ago

Rodgers plans to play for Jets in 2023, awaits Packers’ move

Associated Press

Aaron Rodgers said Wednesday he intends to play for the New York Jets in 2023 after 18 seasons in Green Bay and the four-time NFL MVP quarterback is waiting for the Packers to trade him. “At this point, as I sit here, I think since Friday I’ve made it clear that my intention was to play and my intention was …

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