Aaron Rodgers undergoes surgery on his season-ending Achilles injury as the Jets quarterback tells fans the op went ‘great’ in update on social media: ‘Thank you for all the love and prayers’
- Rodgers lasted just four games before suffering the injury in his New York debut
- On Wednesday, the 39-year-old went under the knife as he began his recovery
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Aaron Rodgers has undergone surgery to repair his ruptured Achilles tendon, he revealed on his Instagram story.
The quarterback admitted he was “absolutely heartbroken” after his season-ending injury suffered against the Bills on Monday, but appeared happier as he posed with a soft smile from a hospital bed.
“The operation went well yesterday,” he wrote above the photo on his Instagram story.
“Thank you for all the love, prayers and support. And thanks to the (GOAT) Dr. El Attrache and his staff for starting me on the road to recovery.’
Rodgers’ new beginning with the Jets lasted just four starts before coming to a sudden and violent end.
Jets QB Aaron Rodgers completed surgery on his torn Achilles tendon on Wednesday
After his offensive line gave in to the Bills’ pass rush, Leonard reached Floyd Rodgers in the backfield.
When Floyd sacked the four-time MVP, Rodgers’ foot became stuck in the artificial turf at MetLife Stadium and ruptured his Achilles tendon, requiring the QB to be helped off the field and then wheeled to the locker room.
After further evaluation by team physicians and an MRI, he was diagnosed with an Achilles rupture, ending his season.
Following his stunning injury on Monday, Rodgers posted on Instagram: ‘Thank you to everyone who reached out, called, texted, contacted, through a friend, etc. It has meant a lot to me, and I’ll try to get to you all soon to call back
‘I am heartbroken and going through all the emotions, but deeply touched and humbled by the support and love. Please keep me in your thoughts and prayers as I begin the healing process today.
‘The night is darkest before the dawn. And I will rise again.
‘Proud of my boys, 1-0’.