Rodgers tore his Achilles in the season opener against the Buffalo Bills and underwent what was supposed to be a season-ending surgery, considering the usual recovery timeline. However, the 39-year-old stated in a recent appearance on The Pat McAfee Show that he believes he can beat the odds.  

“There’s nothing normal about how I’m attacking this rehab,” Rodgers said. “The common practice is about six weeks in a boot, and I was in a shoe in 13 days.”

When asked whether he thinks he can return in time to play this season, Rodgers left the possibility open.

“Let’s attack this rehab as hard as we can and see where we’re at in a couple of months,” Rodgers replied. “Obviously, I’d like us to be alive and winning and for that to even be in the conversation, but I don’t think it hurts to put that into the manifestation.”

It would be stunning if Rodgers ended up actually playing again in 2023. Athletes usually need at least six months to recover from a torn Achilles. There were examples where players returned after four or five months, but Rodgers would have to recover even faster to reach his goal.

With Rodgers out, the Jets have been struggling to stay afloat. They are currently 1-3, suffering three straight losses and not looking anywhere close to making a push for the playoffs.

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The injury came on the Jets’ first possession of the game. Rodgers was trying to avoid a sack from Bills’ defensive end Leonard Floyd when his foot got stuck in the ground. He was slow to get up after and needed assistance to get to the sidelines. 

Speaking with reporters after the game, which the Jets’ won in overtime, head coach Robert Saleh said that Rodgers would have an MRI on Tuesday but didn’t sound overly optimistic.

“The MRI is probably going to confirm what we think is going to happen, so prayers tonight,” Saleh said. “But it’s not good.”

This is a tough blow for the Jets, who had Super Bowl aspirations for 2023 after acquiring Rodgers in a trade with the Green Bay Packers back in April. Now, the team will once again have to turn to Zach Wilson, who struggled to adapt to the NFL since being selected as the second overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft.

Rodgers, on the other hand, faces an uncertain future. He already thought about retiring after the 2022 season, and a major injury like this might prompt him to consider walking away once again.

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The two-year, $75 million contract is believed to be fully guaranteed. He was set to make a guaranteed $100 million as per his previous contract.

Rodgers revealed during a post-practice media session on Wednesday that he would be signing a reworked agreement. He did not divulge details, however, instead speaking of his desire to play more than one season for the Jets.

“The team gave up significant pieces for it to be just a one-year deal,” Rodgers explained. “I’m aware of that. … Anything could happen with my body or the success we have this year, but I’m having a blast, so I really don’t see this as a one-year-and-done thing.”

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ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports that the deal will see the Jets give up three picks in this year’s draft—No. 13, No. 42, and No. 207—as well as a conditional second-rounder in 2024. In exchange, they are getting Rodgers and No. 16 and No. 170 picks in this year’s draft.

The Jets and the Packers have been working on this trade ever since Rodgers proclaimed that he wanted to play in New York in early March. While a deal always seemed like it was bound to happen, the two teams spent the previous several weeks trying to agree on a proper compensation. The negotiations even stalled at one point before resuming in recent days and leading to a positive outcome.

While some might argue that the Jets overpaid for Rodgers, the fact is that they are getting a player who is just one season removed from back-to-back MVP awards. The 39-year-old player had a down year in 2022 by his standards, but he was asked to play without a true No. 1 wide receiver, and the Packers struggled in all units. Having an abundance of young talents and championship-caliber defense, the Jets can safely assume that Rodgers is the missing piece that will bring them their first Super Bowl since 1968.

Green Bay, on the other hand, will move forwards with 2020’s first-round pick Jordan Love as their new quarterback. Love played 10 games since coming to NFL, including one start, and has thrown for 606 yards, three touchdowns, and three interceptions.

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“I made it clear my intention was to play and to play for the New York Jets, and I haven’t been holding anything up,” said Rodgers.

Rodgers explained that he made his decision last Friday and told all the parties involved about it. However, the talks between the Jets and the Packers are still ongoing about the terms of the trade that will land the four-time NFL MVP in New York.

During the interview, Rodgers also said that he went to his infamous “darkness retreat,” which took place in February, thinking that he was 90% percent sure he would retire from professional football. However, after further contemplating his future during four days of “darkness retreat,” he ended up changing his mind.

Several teams reportedly expressed interest in Aaron Rodgers, but the New York Jets made the most convincing pitch. The team’s brass, including owner Woody Johnson and head coach Robert Saleh, visited Rodgers in California last week as part of their efforts to convince him to join the franchise.

If the deal goes over the finishing line, Rodgers will follow the same path as Brett Farve, another legendary Packers’ QB. Farve left the Packers in 2008 to join the Jets, clearing the way for Rodgers to take over as Green Bay’s starter.

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According to sources, the conversations were expected to commence on Tuesday, however, there is no indication of the likelihood of the potential trade.

Rodgers has not made any announcements regarding his future with the Packers. It is still unknown whether Rodgers would like to remain with the Packers or if retirement from the NFL is on the table.

Currently, Rodgers is under contract with Green Bay through 2024 for $108.8 million. While the contract technically runs through 2026, both 2025 and 2026 are considered “dummy” years for cap purposes. This season, Rodgers will take home a guaranteed $59.5 million, with $58.3 million coming in the form of an option bonus.

Rodgers has been a topic of conversation for the Jets since the beginning of the offseason when owner Woody Johnson told reporters that he would be willing to invest in the Packers star. The Jets have also confirmed that Zach Wilson, drafted No. 2 overall in 2021, is still not being considered for the starting quarterback role.

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After leading a drive that led to a field goal during the third quarter of the game, Rodgers appeared to be in some discomfort. He then jogged off the field and was escorted to the team locker room by the Packers’ medical staff.

Rodgers was X-rayed shortly after the Packers’ loss on Sunday, however, the medical staff stated that it was difficult to tell in the X-rays if he had suffered any fractured ribs. The X-rays did confirm, however, that Rodgers did not have a punctured lung.

The quarterback later revealed that two plays caused his discomfort. The first one in the second quarter saw Rodgers get hit and land awkwardly while the second saw him get sacked by both Haason Reddick and Brandon Graham.

“I knew that he was in a lot of pain,” Packers coach Matt LaFleur revealed. This is one of the toughest dudes that I’ve ever been around, so I don’t ever for one second question his toughness, his desire to be out there, his desire to compete. Matter of fact, he apologized to me and I’m like, ‘Don’t ever apologize to me.’ Like, I’ll never question that.”

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It doesn’t make a difference. You saw the tape on my thumb. Didn’t make a difference.” Rodgers said in response to being questioned about his decision to continue playing through his injury.

Rodgers was injured upon being sacked by linebacker Oshane Ximines during the final play of the Packers’ 27-22 loss to the New York Giants on October 9. While attempting a Hail Mary, Rodgers got hit in his throwing arm by Ximines, who forced a fumble.

Following the incident, Rodgers was asked on October 26 whether his thumb was broken. “My thumb is hurt”, Rodgers replied, refusing to deliver any confirmation on the extent of his injury.

The quarterback still insists that he has suffered worse injuries in the past, and he was able to participate in practice on Wednesday after an extended break.

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It appears that Rodgers, who is averaging a career-low 6.2 air yards per passing attempt, is well aware of this and hopes to right the wrongs in the upcoming game vs. the New York Giants in London on Sunday.

While speaking with reporters on Friday, Rodgers said that he would have a chat with Green Bay’s head coach Matt LaFleur and try to make his case for more big plays.

“Hell yeah, of course,” Rodgers told reporters. “Matt’s kind of in a grumpy mood right now. When he gets a little bit of rest and will be in a better mood, we’ll talk about airing it out a little bit more.”

After delivering back-to-back MVP seasons, Aaron Rodgers has looked rather sluggish in 2022. He threw for 935 yards and six touchdowns, alongside three interceptions. To put things in context, the 38-year-old had four picks in the entire 2021. Rodgers also has a QBR of 44.8, his lowest mark in the first four games of the season since he became a starter in 2008.

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Rodgers’ future was one of the hottest topics in the NFL ever since the back-to-back NFL MVP asked the Packers to trade him last offseason. In recent weeks, the 38-year-old QB considered several options, including staying with the franchise, playing for another team, or even retiring. In the meantime, Green Bay made a strong push to convince him to keep playing with the same organization that drafted him, and it appears they managed to seal the deal.

According to multiple reports, part of the Packers’ pitch was offering Rodgers a new contract that would make him the highest-paid player in football. However, the player himself called these reports “inaccurate.”

“I’m very excited to be back,” he concluded.

Aaron Rodgers played on an elite level in recent years, winning an MVP award in each of the past two seasons. He finished 2021 with 4,115 passing yards, 37 touchdowns, and only four picks while leading the Packers to a 13-2 record in full games he played. However, the Packers came up short in the playoffs, which is why many people believed Rodgers would end up returning to the team for a redemption campaign.

The Packers now face a challenging offseason in which they need to put a winning roster around Rodgers despite their complicated salary cap situation. They entered the offseason being $45 million over their projected salary cap and have several key players looking for new deals, including wideout Davante Adams.

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Rodgers tore his Achilles in the season opener against the Buffalo Bills and underwent what was supposed to be a season-ending surgery, considering the usual recovery timeline. However, the 39-year-old stated in a recent appearance on The Pat McAfee Show that he believes he can beat the odds.  

“There’s nothing normal about how I’m attacking this rehab,” Rodgers said. “The common practice is about six weeks in a boot, and I was in a shoe in 13 days.”

When asked whether he thinks he can return in time to play this season, Rodgers left the possibility open.

“Let’s attack this rehab as hard as we can and see where we’re at in a couple of months,” Rodgers replied. “Obviously, I’d like us to be alive and winning and for that to even be in the conversation, but I don’t think it hurts to put that into the manifestation.”

It would be stunning if Rodgers ended up actually playing again in 2023. Athletes usually need at least six months to recover from a torn Achilles. There were examples where players returned after four or five months, but Rodgers would have to recover even faster to reach his goal.

With Rodgers out, the Jets have been struggling to stay afloat. They are currently 1-3, suffering three straight losses and not looking anywhere close to making a push for the playoffs.

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The injury came on the Jets’ first possession of the game. Rodgers was trying to avoid a sack from Bills’ defensive end Leonard Floyd when his foot got stuck in the ground. He was slow to get up after and needed assistance to get to the sidelines. 

Speaking with reporters after the game, which the Jets’ won in overtime, head coach Robert Saleh said that Rodgers would have an MRI on Tuesday but didn’t sound overly optimistic.

“The MRI is probably going to confirm what we think is going to happen, so prayers tonight,” Saleh said. “But it’s not good.”

This is a tough blow for the Jets, who had Super Bowl aspirations for 2023 after acquiring Rodgers in a trade with the Green Bay Packers back in April. Now, the team will once again have to turn to Zach Wilson, who struggled to adapt to the NFL since being selected as the second overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft.

Rodgers, on the other hand, faces an uncertain future. He already thought about retiring after the 2022 season, and a major injury like this might prompt him to consider walking away once again.

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The two-year, $75 million contract is believed to be fully guaranteed. He was set to make a guaranteed $100 million as per his previous contract.

Rodgers revealed during a post-practice media session on Wednesday that he would be signing a reworked agreement. He did not divulge details, however, instead speaking of his desire to play more than one season for the Jets.

“The team gave up significant pieces for it to be just a one-year deal,” Rodgers explained. “I’m aware of that. … Anything could happen with my body or the success we have this year, but I’m having a blast, so I really don’t see this as a one-year-and-done thing.”

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ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports that the deal will see the Jets give up three picks in this year’s draft—No. 13, No. 42, and No. 207—as well as a conditional second-rounder in 2024. In exchange, they are getting Rodgers and No. 16 and No. 170 picks in this year’s draft.

The Jets and the Packers have been working on this trade ever since Rodgers proclaimed that he wanted to play in New York in early March. While a deal always seemed like it was bound to happen, the two teams spent the previous several weeks trying to agree on a proper compensation. The negotiations even stalled at one point before resuming in recent days and leading to a positive outcome.

While some might argue that the Jets overpaid for Rodgers, the fact is that they are getting a player who is just one season removed from back-to-back MVP awards. The 39-year-old player had a down year in 2022 by his standards, but he was asked to play without a true No. 1 wide receiver, and the Packers struggled in all units. Having an abundance of young talents and championship-caliber defense, the Jets can safely assume that Rodgers is the missing piece that will bring them their first Super Bowl since 1968.

Green Bay, on the other hand, will move forwards with 2020’s first-round pick Jordan Love as their new quarterback. Love played 10 games since coming to NFL, including one start, and has thrown for 606 yards, three touchdowns, and three interceptions.

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“I made it clear my intention was to play and to play for the New York Jets, and I haven’t been holding anything up,” said Rodgers.

Rodgers explained that he made his decision last Friday and told all the parties involved about it. However, the talks between the Jets and the Packers are still ongoing about the terms of the trade that will land the four-time NFL MVP in New York.

During the interview, Rodgers also said that he went to his infamous “darkness retreat,” which took place in February, thinking that he was 90% percent sure he would retire from professional football. However, after further contemplating his future during four days of “darkness retreat,” he ended up changing his mind.

Several teams reportedly expressed interest in Aaron Rodgers, but the New York Jets made the most convincing pitch. The team’s brass, including owner Woody Johnson and head coach Robert Saleh, visited Rodgers in California last week as part of their efforts to convince him to join the franchise.

If the deal goes over the finishing line, Rodgers will follow the same path as Brett Farve, another legendary Packers’ QB. Farve left the Packers in 2008 to join the Jets, clearing the way for Rodgers to take over as Green Bay’s starter.

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According to sources, the conversations were expected to commence on Tuesday, however, there is no indication of the likelihood of the potential trade.

Rodgers has not made any announcements regarding his future with the Packers. It is still unknown whether Rodgers would like to remain with the Packers or if retirement from the NFL is on the table.

Currently, Rodgers is under contract with Green Bay through 2024 for $108.8 million. While the contract technically runs through 2026, both 2025 and 2026 are considered “dummy” years for cap purposes. This season, Rodgers will take home a guaranteed $59.5 million, with $58.3 million coming in the form of an option bonus.

Rodgers has been a topic of conversation for the Jets since the beginning of the offseason when owner Woody Johnson told reporters that he would be willing to invest in the Packers star. The Jets have also confirmed that Zach Wilson, drafted No. 2 overall in 2021, is still not being considered for the starting quarterback role.

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After leading a drive that led to a field goal during the third quarter of the game, Rodgers appeared to be in some discomfort. He then jogged off the field and was escorted to the team locker room by the Packers’ medical staff.

Rodgers was X-rayed shortly after the Packers’ loss on Sunday, however, the medical staff stated that it was difficult to tell in the X-rays if he had suffered any fractured ribs. The X-rays did confirm, however, that Rodgers did not have a punctured lung.

The quarterback later revealed that two plays caused his discomfort. The first one in the second quarter saw Rodgers get hit and land awkwardly while the second saw him get sacked by both Haason Reddick and Brandon Graham.

“I knew that he was in a lot of pain,” Packers coach Matt LaFleur revealed. This is one of the toughest dudes that I’ve ever been around, so I don’t ever for one second question his toughness, his desire to be out there, his desire to compete. Matter of fact, he apologized to me and I’m like, ‘Don’t ever apologize to me.’ Like, I’ll never question that.”

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It doesn’t make a difference. You saw the tape on my thumb. Didn’t make a difference.” Rodgers said in response to being questioned about his decision to continue playing through his injury.

Rodgers was injured upon being sacked by linebacker Oshane Ximines during the final play of the Packers’ 27-22 loss to the New York Giants on October 9. While attempting a Hail Mary, Rodgers got hit in his throwing arm by Ximines, who forced a fumble.

Following the incident, Rodgers was asked on October 26 whether his thumb was broken. “My thumb is hurt”, Rodgers replied, refusing to deliver any confirmation on the extent of his injury.

The quarterback still insists that he has suffered worse injuries in the past, and he was able to participate in practice on Wednesday after an extended break.

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It appears that Rodgers, who is averaging a career-low 6.2 air yards per passing attempt, is well aware of this and hopes to right the wrongs in the upcoming game vs. the New York Giants in London on Sunday.

While speaking with reporters on Friday, Rodgers said that he would have a chat with Green Bay’s head coach Matt LaFleur and try to make his case for more big plays.

“Hell yeah, of course,” Rodgers told reporters. “Matt’s kind of in a grumpy mood right now. When he gets a little bit of rest and will be in a better mood, we’ll talk about airing it out a little bit more.”

After delivering back-to-back MVP seasons, Aaron Rodgers has looked rather sluggish in 2022. He threw for 935 yards and six touchdowns, alongside three interceptions. To put things in context, the 38-year-old had four picks in the entire 2021. Rodgers also has a QBR of 44.8, his lowest mark in the first four games of the season since he became a starter in 2008.

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Rodgers’ future was one of the hottest topics in the NFL ever since the back-to-back NFL MVP asked the Packers to trade him last offseason. In recent weeks, the 38-year-old QB considered several options, including staying with the franchise, playing for another team, or even retiring. In the meantime, Green Bay made a strong push to convince him to keep playing with the same organization that drafted him, and it appears they managed to seal the deal.

According to multiple reports, part of the Packers’ pitch was offering Rodgers a new contract that would make him the highest-paid player in football. However, the player himself called these reports “inaccurate.”

“I’m very excited to be back,” he concluded.

Aaron Rodgers played on an elite level in recent years, winning an MVP award in each of the past two seasons. He finished 2021 with 4,115 passing yards, 37 touchdowns, and only four picks while leading the Packers to a 13-2 record in full games he played. However, the Packers came up short in the playoffs, which is why many people believed Rodgers would end up returning to the team for a redemption campaign.

The Packers now face a challenging offseason in which they need to put a winning roster around Rodgers despite their complicated salary cap situation. They entered the offseason being $45 million over their projected salary cap and have several key players looking for new deals, including wideout Davante Adams.

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