The New York Jets have faced darkness during their playoff drought, and Aaron Rodgers has faced it as well when he decided his future. As Rodgers decides whether to return to the Jets, the 41-year-old will step out of the darkness for a mental break, ensuring a mutual decision on his future. Rodgers discussed his future with the Jets in a presser, providing a soft timeline for his decision on his future with the team or elsewhere.
Aaron Rodgers has confirmed whether the Jets vs Dolphins game will be his final game of his career
Aaron Rodgers signed with the New York Jets in 2023, looking to win his second Super Bowl. He surprised the entire NFL after a legendary stint with the Green Bay Packers. Rodgers suffered an Achilles injury in the first game of the season, promising to rehab quickly for 2024 redemption. Though Rodgers was motivated, the Jets, under his guidance, never really posed a challenge to the Kansas City Chiefs or other teams in the AFC. The question of whether it’s time to say goodbye remains unanswered.
Rodgers responded unexpectedly to a reporter’s question before facing the Miami Dolphins. “Have you thought at all if this is or could be your last game?”, a reporter asked. Rodgers remained absolutely calm and said, “Yeah, of course. Yeah.” Then, he reflected on his career. “Just a lot of gratitude for the last twenty years and the many countless lives that I’ve encountered. Amazing teammates and coaches that I now call friends. The experience I’ve had and a lot of great memories.”
He further added, “This game has given me a lot. I’ve given a lot back to it, and I’m thankful for it. I won’t be thinking about that on game day. I’ll just be enjoying this. I’m trying to stay in the moment, but, of course, it’s been a long career. I’m really proud of what I’ve been able to be a part of, what I’ve been able to accomplish. I’m also looking forward to a nice mental and physical rest.”
Aaron Rodgers acknowledges rumors of New York Jets’ potential release of him and Davante Adams, but remains unfazed by the possibility of his future in the NFL in 2025.
“I’m just more resigned to the reality of the situation. I think there’s going to be change here, and if I’m not a part of the change, then I just want to make sure everybody knows I have nothing but gratitude for my time here. I’m disappointed about the performance with myself and as a team, but really thankful for the opportunity. If I feel good coming back and they want to make another run at this, that’d be fantastic, but I’m not naive to the situation we’re in.”
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The Jets terminated head coach Robert Saleh and general manager Joe Douglas in 2024. They finished that season with a 4-12 record. The AFC East franchise is now interviewing coaching candidates for a new “regime” in 2025 and beyond.