The New York Jets enter the 2024 NFL season with some cautious optimism as they’re wholesome and able to present they’ll compete in a aggressive AFC.
The Jets regarded like a possible contender final season after they acquired Aaron Rodgers, however sadly issues went awry rapidly when the long run Corridor of Fame quarterback suffered an Achilles tendon tear in Week 1 towards the Buffalo Payments.
Whereas New York managed to win that recreation, the remainder of the common season went downhill because the crew struggled to attain and not using a competent quarterback below heart.
Rodgers tried a comeback later within the yr, however was ultimately shut down after the crew was mathematically eradicated from the playoffs.
By all accounts, Rodgers is totally wholesome and can be capable of begin throughout Week 1 nevertheless it stays to be seen how he’ll carry out after a lot time away from the sector.
Whereas folks aren’t outright doubting Rodgers’ return, Nick Wright went so far as to say that he must be good as a way to stick by way of First Issues First.
“If Aaron Rodgers is mediocre this year, it’s just over,” Wright mentioned.
“If Aaron Rodgers is mediocre this year, it’s just over.”
— @getnickwright pic.twitter.com/2wTehE9RSy
— First Issues First (@FTFonFS1) August 16, 2024
Wright argues that Rodgers must be good off the bat due to his age and harm historical past.
The controversy revolved round who’s below extra strain between Rodgers and Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Younger, and it’s arduous to argue with Wright’s level.
Granted, Rodgers could have each alternative to show himself but when his return doesn’t go properly then New York must significantly take into account its greatest path ahead.
