Aaron Rodgers ‘held conversations’ with Jets Monday with the Packers QB ‘open to idea of New York’
Aaron Rodgers ‘chatted’ with the Jets on Monday with the Packers quarterback ‘open to the idea of going to New York’ after Gang Green target Derek Carr joined the New Orleans Saints.
Aaron Rodgers has “held talks” with the Jets in need of a quarterback, according to a new report.
Rodgers has yet to give Green Bay a decision on his future, with a break looking increasingly likely even though he still has a contract with the team.
And according to former ESPN NFL host Trey Wingo, Rodgers and the Jets met Monday, and the four-time MVP is reportedly “open to the idea” of traveling to New York.
Rodgers, who signed a three-year, $150 million extension with the team last year, could theoretically keep his current contract through 2026, and the Jets will need a trade to get him out of Green Bay.
following a ESPN report in January who cited league sources who believed the franchise preferred to ‘move on’ with him, and the lack of commitment from both parties since then, the possibility of a trade now seems realistic.
Aaron Rodgers’ time with the Packers could be coming to an end after 18 seasons
However, the Jets would be forced to accept his expensive contract unless the Packers agree to help pay some of the remaining cash on the deal.
For the Jets, it might be worth it, as a roster featuring defensive playmakers and Offensive Rookie of the Year Garrett Wilson at receiver was doomed by poor quarterback play as the team missed the playoffs despite a slow start. from 6-3.
Zach Wilson continued to struggle mightily in his second season, while Mike White showed promise, but he’s an unrestricted free agent now, and surely wouldn’t be taken over Rodgers.