1 year, 7 months ago

Jets GM: Getting Rodgers is ‘historic’ trade for franchise

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — General manager Joe Douglas kicked off the New York Jets’ pre-draft news conference by having a young fan answer the first few questions from reporters. “I’m not sure it’s possible to fully express the gratitude that I have to the packers, our incredible fans, the state of Wisconsin, the thousands of players that I crossed paths with, the incredible men and women who work for the organization, and the amazing people who I got to meet along the way, in one post with 10 pictures, but I hope you read this and feel my heart and soul, filled with love, joy, and peace about my time in green and gold,” Rodgers said. Douglas said there has been some “positive discussions” with Rodgers’ agent as far as restructuring that deal to make it more cap-friendly for New York. “Obviously it’s an adjustment when you’re somewhere for 18 years, but we feel like with the people that we have in place, he can get comfortable quickly.” Douglas reiterated a few times the trade hasn’t been completed, but understands the impact a player like Rodgers will have on a young team that finished 7-10 last season and on a six-game skid. After undergoing chemotherapy treatments in 2021, he is able to walk again.. Douglas paid condolences to the family of Matt Capogrosso, the team’s longtime director of football systems who died this month, and the family of Jets executive vice president and CEO Brian Friedman, whose son Matthew died recently.. Douglas is “optimistic” about talks with the agent of DT Quinnen Williams, who’s not attending voluntary workouts while seeking a contract extension.

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4 hours, 35 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 …

1 week, 5 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 …

4 weeks 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

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, 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 …

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

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 makes his long-awaited NFL return back in the Bay Area... where ping pong, poker and Backstreet Boys catapulted the former Cal QB towards stardom

Daily Mail

Aaron Rodgers slipped into the same routine whenever he flew out of the Bay Area: find Richard Schwartz and turn up the volume. ‘I have six screws and a plate till this day.’ The quarterback entered the NFL draft following the 2004 season, when the Golden Bears went 10-2 and Rodgers made NCAA history. Rodgers completed 23 consecutive passes during …

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 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, 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 …

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, 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 …

8 months, 1 week ago

Aaron Rodgers feared his career was OVER after tearing his Achilles at age 39 on his New York Jets debut last September: 'This is it, you don't come back from this injury'

Daily Mail

Aaron Rodgers revealed that he thought his career was over when he tore his Achilles in his first game with the New York Jets in September. After 18 seasons with the Green Bay Packers, Rodgers said the trade to the Jets restored his passion for the game. Aaron Rodgers revealed he feared his career was over after his Achilles injury …

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

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, 4 weeks 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 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

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. But now without a timetable …

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

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 ago

As Aaron Rodgers weighs a Jets return, don’t ask him why. ‘Do you know my history?’

New York Times

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Three months ago, Aaron Rodgers sat at the center of a long table in a meeting room at the New York Jets facility, overlooking the team’s practice fields. Before Rodgers and the Jets can sign off on his return, Rodgers said he needs to “do some movement in the pocket.” “I can throw, I can drop …

1 year ago

Jets’ coaches and GM still have job security, all because of Aaron Rodgers

New York Times

Aaron Rodgers tried his best to stay in the background on Friday, even as reports bubbled up again about his quest to return from injury to play for the New York Jets this season. GO DEEPER What the Jets' quarterback change means for Zach Wilson, Aaron Rodgers and Tim Boyle Rodgers also pointed out that “there are a lot of …

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

Why the Packers seem likely to stay quiet at this year’s NFL trade deadline

New York Times

The Athletic has live coverage of the NFL trade deadline including the latest deals, rumors and analysis. Even if the Packers find themselves in playoff contention around this year’s trade deadline, only someone living in fantasy land would tell you they’re one or two pieces away from contending for a Lombardi Trophy. Given Gutekunst’s intention to use this season as …

1 year, 2 months ago

Aaron Rodgers providing Jets with some inspiration as he continues to recover ahead of schedule

Associated Press

It was all like something out of some sort of feel-good sports movie. “It is unbelievable,” said Zach Wilson, who has started the Jets’ past five games in Rodgers’ absence. “That dude’s demeanor, the way he attacks everything is special, so I’m not surprised at all.” The 39-year-old Rodgers said during his weekly appearance on “The Pat McAfee Show” on …

1 year, 2 months ago

Aaron Rodgers tosses passes, walks without crutches before Jets’ game vs. Eagles

Associated Press

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers threw several short passes during the team’s warmup period before their 20-14 victory against the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday, nearly five weeks after tearing his left Achilles tendon. Wearing a white long-sleeved T-shirt, black sweatpants and a multicolored Jets cap, the 39-year-old Rodgers walked around without the aid of crutches …

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, 2 months ago

No Rodgers, but there’s still plenty of hype in Chiefs’ Sunday night showdown with Jets

Associated Press

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — The NFL figured it had a marquee made-for-TV matchup when it announced the league’s schedule in May. Aaron Rodgers’ New York Jets would square off at home against Patrick Mahomes and the defending Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs in prime time on Sunday night. “It’s a long season,” Wilson said after New York’s 15-10 loss …

1 year, 3 months ago

Jets QB Aaron Rodgers announces he had surgery to repair torn Achilles tendon

Associated Press

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers announced on his Instagram Stories Thursday night that he had surgery to repair his torn left Achilles tendon on Wednesday. Rodgers said the surgery was performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache, an orthopedic surgeon based in Los Angeles who has worked with numerous professional athletes during his career. And thanks to …

1 year, 3 months ago

Aaron Rodgers’ injury means the Packers won’t get a first-round pick from Jets in next year’s draft

Associated Press

GREEN BAY, Wis. — New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers’ torn left Achilles tendon is costing his former team a chance at an extra first-round pick in next year’s draft. Under the terms of the deal, the Packers would get a 2024 first-round pick only if Rodgers played 65% of the Jets’ snaps during the 2023 season. 13 pick on …

1 year, 3 months ago

Jets QB Aaron Rodgers has a torn left Achilles tendon and will miss the rest of the season

Associated Press

Aaron Rodgers’ debut season with the New York Jets is already over. I’ve got to be able to handle that efficiently.” Rodgers, who spent his first 18 seasons with Green Bay, was acquired by the Jets in April and immediately raised expectations for the frustrated franchise. He gave the Jets their most accomplished quarterback since Brett Favre, who was acquired …

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

Aaron Rodgers injures his left Achilles tendon in his first series for the Jets

Associated Press

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Aaron Rodgers’ debut with the New York Jets lasted just four snaps. But my heart’s with Aaron right now, nobody else.” After a 26-yard run by Breece Hall on the Jets’ opening play, Rodgers threw his first pass away after getting heavy pressure from Greg Rousseau. “Obviously, just seeing how he responded to getting up and …

1 year, 3 months ago

How Aaron Rodgers turned the Jets into believers

New York Times

The Athletic has live coverage of Jets vs. Bills in Aaron Rodgers’ debut for New York on Monday Night Football Not long after Aaron Rodgers took his first steps into the New York Jets facility on April 26, he went to a team meeting, took off his shoes and walked around barefoot. That day, shoes on, Rodgers went into the …

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.” …

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