The ten-time Pro Bowler and four-time MVP Aaron Rodgers needs no introduction! The iconic quarterback is also the fifth all-time with 475 passing touchdowns! The star quarterback left Green Bay back in April 2023, as he was cane to the New York Jets.
Aaron Rodgers went on to purchase a minority ownership stake in the NBA’s Milwaukee Bucks back in 2018. Aaron Rodgers has admitted that moving on from Green Bay to New York has given him a renewed passion for the game.
However, it seems like the Jets will have to officially finish off their season without their superstar quarterback! As the four-time NFL MVP recently called 2023 a “lost year, fans have been wondering if Aaron Rodgers is returning to the Jets this season or not!
Is Aaron Rodgers Not Returning To Jets This Season?
Fans are in for a huge, unexpected surprise as it seems like Aaron Rodgers will not be joining the Jets this season! Jets head coach Robert Saleh has further confirmed the news while adding that the team will continue activating him off injured reserve so that the quarterback can continue his recovery on the field with along his teammates.
As Aaron Rodgers is suffering from Achilles surgery, cornerback DJ Reed also stated that Rodgers might as well just let the Achilles heal and be ready for next year when he is completely healthy to make a comeback. In a press meeting, Robert Saleh further explained that it is all part of his rehab and that to have him on the field is a plus for everybody, including Aaron and his teammates.
Saleh has also revealed that there has been a discussion with Aaron in terms of what the next step would be for the athlete and the comfort level of everybody who has been on board.
What Happened To Aaron Rodgers?
Aaron Rodgers has been recovering slowly but seemingly is not fit enough to get back on the field as the athlete himself revealed that his body is just not quite ready for him to get back under center for the Jets in 2023 while adding that his leg still needs 3-to-4 weeks to possibly get to hundred percent okay to get back.
Head coach Robert Saleh has stated that Rodgers indeed wants, and that is why he is been working so hard to get back. The head coach went on to say that Rodgers’ desire to play is the most important thing on his mind, regardless of how healthy he is. The quarterback repeatedly wants to go until he is actually cleared, And Saleh refuses to talk about it with anybody.
Is Aaron Rodgers Returning In 2024?
While the athlete is still recovering from his injury and won’t be back on the field anytime soon, the quarterback has been asked about his plans and whether the next season is going to be his last in New York.
Aaron Rodgers seemingly cleared the air as he stated that he doesn’t think next year will be his last. He further added that some of the things he has learned over the last year in taking care of his body and surrounding myself with some great people who have been helping him with his nutrition and his functional training at an acute level.
The Jets star admitted that he feels like he can play more years and be effective into his 40s. Aaron Rodgers further stated that he wants to see what he can get out of this body as he believes in the leadership that they have here and in their guys.
The Jets QB admitted that it is not a situation where they have to rebuild and just need to reload a little bit, and there will be a few tough decisions for sure, as he likes the pieces that they have in place.
