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Aaron Rodgers’ time with the New York Jets appears to be coming to an end after two seasons. The future Hall of Fame quarterback is unlikely to stay with the team in 2025, according to a report from ESPN.
Rodgers Meets With Jets’ New Leadership
Rodgers, 41, traveled to New Jersey last week to meet with new head coach Aaron Glenn and general manager Darren Mougey, a source confirmed to ESPN. Fox Sports reported that during this meeting, the Jets informed Rodgers they plan to move on.
A team spokesperson declined to comment on the report.
Since taking over, Glenn has kept an open dialogue with Rodgers about his future. At his Jan. 27 introductory press conference, Glenn was noncommittal, stating he wanted to meet with Rodgers before making any quarterback decisions. A formal announcement on Rodgers’ status is expected soon.
Rodgers acknowledged at the end of the season that the Jets’ new leadership might want a fresh start at quarterback.
“Either way, I won’t be upset or offended whatever they decide to do,” he said.
Rodgers’ Time in New York: Injuries and Inconsistency
In his two seasons with the Jets, Rodgers played 18 games, won six, suffered a torn Achilles, and generated plenty of headlines. His future in the NFL remains uncertain, as he has yet to decide whether he will return for a 21st season.
Rodgers has one year left on his contract, a non-guaranteed $37.5 million. His salary cap hit was set at $23.5 million, but moving on from him will leave the Jets with $49 million in dead money. If designated as a post-June 1 release, that number can be split over two years, with a $14 million charge in 2025 and $35 million in 2026.
If Rodgers chooses to retire, the financial impact remains the same.
High Hopes, Disappointing Results
The Jets made their biggest trade in franchise history on April 24, 2023, acquiring the four-time MVP from the Green Bay Packers for a package of draft picks. With Rodgers seen as the missing piece to end their Super Bowl drought, expectations soared.
His highly anticipated debut came on Sept. 11, 2023, during a “Monday Night Football” game at MetLife Stadium. Carrying an American flag as he ran onto the field, Rodgers called it one of the greatest moments of his career. Minutes later, his season ended when he tore his Achilles on the fourth snap.
Rodgers returned in 2024, playing through minor injuries and showing flashes of brilliance, including a four-touchdown performance in the season finale against Miami. However, inconsistency plagued his season.
He threw for 3,897 yards and 28 touchdowns—both ranking third in Jets’ single-season history—but also had 11 interceptions and finished with a 48.1 QBR, placing him 25th out of 32 quarterbacks. The Jets’ offense struggled, ranking 24th in scoring, as the team stumbled to a 5-12 record.
Rodgers’ slow start contributed to head coach Robert Saleh’s firing after just five games. Offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett, a close ally of Rodgers, was demoted at the same time. Six weeks later, general manager Joe Douglas was also dismissed.
What’s Next for the Jets?
With Rodgers likely gone, veteran quarterback Tyrod Taylor, 35, remains the only quarterback on the roster with experience. The Jets plan to explore the quarterback market in free agency or the draft.
Rodgers’ expected departure could also impact wide receiver Davante Adams, who may need to renegotiate his $38.3 million cap hit to remain on the roster. Adams previously stated that Rodgers’ status would influence his own decision.
For the Jets, a high-profile experiment appears to be coming to an early and costly end.
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This report used information from ESPN.
