Rodgers’ Jets Comeback Doubtful
The trade of Aaron Rodgers to the New York Jets marked a significant shift for both teams. The Packers embraced a new era with young talent led by Jordan Love, their 2020 first-round pick. Meanwhile, the Jets fortified their roster with Rodgers’ associates alongside their emerging core players. The trade terms included a first-round pick…
The trade of Aaron Rodgers to the New York Jets marked a significant shift for both teams. The Packers embraced a new era with young talent led by Jordan Love, their 2020 first-round pick. Meanwhile, the Jets fortified their roster with Rodgers’ associates alongside their emerging core players.
The trade terms included a first-round pick swap in the 2023 NFL Draft, a 2023 second-round pick, and a conditional 2024 second-round pick. If Rodgers played 65% of the Jets’ offensive snaps in the season, the conditional pick would become a first-rounder.
However, Rodgers’ season was cut short after just four snaps due to an Achilles tear in the opening game against the Buffalo Bills. Despite expressing confidence in a comeback, recent statements suggest his return hinges on the Jets’ playoff prospects. With a current record of 4-7 and Tim Boyle replacing benched Zach Wilson, the likelihood of Rodgers’ return diminishes, especially considering the historical challenges of recovering swiftly from a torn Achilles and the potential risk in a non-playoff scenario.
