4 months, 2 weeks ago

After blowout loss in Arizona, Jets are out of time and Aaron Rodgers is out of answers

GLENDALE, Ariz. — The New York Jets’ harbinger of doom came before the game even started. “Thinking back on the game, it’s not that shocking,” wide receiver Garrett Wilson said. That’s how I see it.” The Cardinals scored on their first drive, six plays for 70 yards in two minutes, capped by a 1-yard James Conner touchdown run and featuring a 44-yard reception that came up just short of the end zone when Conner landed on his butt cheek before crossing the plane. “Listen, it’s, it’s been a lot of emotions this year for sure,” Rodgers said. “Yeah, I’m not going to” elaborate, Rodgers said.

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1 week, 6 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 …

3 weeks, 2 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: …

1 month 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

Why Aaron Rodgers and the New York Jets broke up

NPR

Why Aaron Rodgers and the New York Jets broke up toggle caption Seth Wenig/AP The New York Jets have told quarterback Aaron Rodgers that he's not returning to the team next season. Head coach Aaron Glenn and general manager Darren Mougey, who both joined the team in January, said Thursday that they informed Rodgers in a meeting last week that …

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, 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

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 …

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

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2 months, 2 weeks ago

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, 3 weeks ago

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

New York Times

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 …

2 months, 3 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, 3 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, 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

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

Another ugly Jets loss, and a fraying relationship between Aaron Rodgers and Garrett Wilson

New York Times

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — Aaron Rodgers went to the bench after an interception, one that preceded the first unnecessary roughness penalty of his career. “I mean, it’s kind of like the season, it just got away from us,” Rodgers said, staring at the likelihood that next week’s season finale will be his last game in a Jets uniform — and …

3 months 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 …

3 months ago

Rodgers and the Jets started strong and then ‘the rhythm disappeared’ in another rough loss

Associated Press

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — The way Aaron Rodgers and the New York Jets’ offense started, it appeared they might be on their way to a high-scoring victory. “I think that’s what needs to clean up moving forward for some of these guys to reach their full potential is to just lock in on the details.” The offense appeared totally focused …

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

Two years later, a former Jets play-caller gets the last laugh

New York Times

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Mike LaFleur laughed coming off the field. On Sunday, the Rams offense didn’t exactly run circles around a Jets defense that’s fallen far over the last half of this season — L.A. had 110 passing yards. Saleh had a hard time convincing any offensive coordinators to take the job if it was only going to be …

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 …

Jets and Jaguars, two of the NFL’s most disappointing teams, meet amid uncertain futures

Associated Press

New York Jets at Jacksonville Sunday, 1 p.m., FOX. Key injuries Jets RB Breece Hall could miss his second game in a row because of an MCL injury and hyperextension in his left knee.. Special teams ace Irvin Charles was placed on injured reserve this week with a torn ACL.. KR Kene Nwangwu sat out early in the week with …

3 months, 2 weeks 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 months, 2 weeks ago

Jets’ postseason drought extends to NFL-high 14 straight seasons with a loss to Dolphins

Associated Press

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — The ugly pattern that has defined the New York Jets’ disappointing season showed up again Sunday. The Jets squandered a fourth-quarter lead for the fifth time and they lost 32-26 in overtime to the Miami Dolphins, extending their postseason drought to 14 straight years — the NFL’s longest active streak. “We’re playing for our pride at …

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

For the Jets, anything that can go wrong will go wrong — and Garrett Wilson is sick of it

New York Times

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — “Losing, period, sucks.” Garrett Wilson paused. “When you’re up in the fourth quarter all of a sudden it starts to feel like we have a losing problem, like a gene or some s—,” Wilson said. He’s only in his third season with the Jets, but he already understands the self-fulfilling prophecy, the “Same Old Jets.” The …

3 months, 3 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

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 months 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

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 …

4 months ago

Aaron Rodgers 'faces being frozen out by the Jets and possibly cut' in brutal move after horrific season

Daily Mail

The New York Jets are reportedly considering placing Aaron Rodgers on injured reserve as their dismal season continues to unwind. Earlier this week it was also claimed that Jets owner Woody Johnson wanted to bench Rodgers after the dismal Week 4 home defeat by the Denver Broncos. The New York Jets are reportedly considering placing Aaron Rodgers on injured reserve …

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, 1 week ago

49ers blow another late lead against a division opponent, losing 20-17 to the Seahawks

Associated Press

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — The San Francisco 49ers looked to be in prime position to close out a divisional game when the defense made back-to-back stops in short yardage to get the ball back with the lead in the final four minutes. Until we stop doing that, then that’s what we are.” The latest loss for San Francisco followed early …

4 months, 1 week 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, 1 week 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 …

4 months, 1 week ago

Aaron Rodgers' former Jets teammate Mike Williams takes a swipe at the quarterback after leaving New York

Daily Mail

A former New York Jets star has taken a shot at quarterback Aaron Rodgers after leaving the team and finding success elsewhere this season. Wide receiver Mike Williams had a short tenure with the Jets - punctuated by a mistake he made in a game against the Buffalo Bills back in Week 6. That directly references Rodgers' post-game criticism from …

4 months, 2 weeks ago

Jets endure a humbling 31-6 loss to Cardinals and are running out of chances to turn things around

Associated Press

GLENDALE, Ariz. — Aaron Rodgers rolled out to his right before flinging a pass to Malachi Corley a few yards downfield. Rodgers threw for 151 yards and the Jets managed just two field goals in a lopsided 31-6 loss to the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday. Offensively, you’re not going to beat anyone scoring six points.” Rodgers completed 22 of 35 …

4 months, 2 weeks ago

Kyler Murray, Cardinals blow out Jets for fourth straight win: Key takeaways

New York Times

By Doug Haller, Zack Rosenblatt and Chris Licata The Arizona Cardinals and New York Jets continued in opposite trajectories Sunday. Quarterback Kyler Murray’s three touchdowns and precision passing helped the Cardinals blow out Aaron Rodgers and the Jets 31-6 to secure their fourth consecutive win and fifth in the last six games. — Zack Rosenblatt, Jets senior writer Arizona picking …

4 months, 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 …

4 months, 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 …

4 months, 3 weeks ago

New York Jets end losing run with victory over Houston Texans

The Independent

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