week<\/a> to test his surgically repaired Achilles tendon. Even then, he should have \u201cchecked all the boxes\u201d before receiving medical clearance. His goal was to return for the Jets' game Sunday against the Washington Commanders.<\/p>\n\u201cThere is always a fear of rupture if we go too quickly,\u201d he said on Tuesday. “But it allows me to…I'm not going to slow down my rehab. I'm going to continue to tackle it every day, but now, with no timetable to come back, obviously we can be as smart as we can.” need to be.”<\/p>\n
The Jets have publicly refused to cast negative criticism on Rodgers' comeback attempt, as unlikely as it seems. Coach Robert Saleh said Monday that Rodgers “wants to play, let's not confuse that one.” Saleh also said the Jets wouldn't consider playing him unless Rodgers gets medical clearance.<\/p>\n
Rodgers, perhaps knowing he would not be exonerated, essentially sat back.<\/p>\n
As for the future, Rodgers confirmed he wants to play beyond 2024, something he strongly suggested during training camp. He said his plan is to play at least two seasons for the Jets, who acquired him in an April trade with the Green Bay Packers. His first season lasted just four games before the injury, which sent the Jets into a tailspin.<\/p>\n
\u201cI feel like this year is kind of a wasted year now that I've only played a few snaps and haven't been able to go out there and prove what I'm capable of and see what we're about capable as a team,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
“I feel like I can play for years and be effective into my 40s, which is crazy. I thought I'd probably be sitting on the couch somewhere at 40, but now I want to be a starter at 40. I I want to be a starter at 41. I want to see what I can get out of this body.<\/p>\n
Rodgers turned his weekly appearance with McAfee into a pep talk for the organization and its frustrated fan base, outlining a positive outlook for 2024. He praised Saleh, general manager Joe Douglas and offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett, all of whom are under fire. because of the team's difficulties. It was their eighth consecutive losing season and 13th consecutive year out of the playoffs.<\/p>\n
Rodgers wields considerable influence within the organization, so his endorsements will carry weight with owner Woody Johnson.<\/p>\n
\u201cI believe in the leadership we have here,\u201d Rodgers said. “I believe in our guys. I think it's not a situation where we have to rebuild. We have to reload a little bit, and there will definitely be some tough decisions, but I like the pieces we have in place. “<\/p>\n
Rodgers praised Douglas for \u201cgreat drafts and a great roster.\u201d He called Saleh a “fantastic coach”, noting that injuries played a role in the disappointing year. Rodgers said he believed in Hackett despite a historically bad year on offense.<\/p>\n
\u201cI think the offense he runs is quarterback-friendly,\u201d Rodgers said. \u201cObviously it was focused on me, my abilities and what I do well.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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