Aaron Rodgers is reportedly determined to continue playing in the NFL for the 2025 season, but it seems increasingly unlikely that his future lies with the New York Jets. According to a report by Dianna Russini of The Athletic, the four-time MVP still has the fire to play next year, but it won’t be in a Jets uniform. “
At this point, after conversations with sources within the team and around the league, my understanding is that Rodgers still wants to play in 2025, just not for the New York Jets,” Russini wrote.
The latest revelations come amidst a tumultuous season for Rodgers and the Jets. Despite the initial hype and excitement around his arrival in New York, things have not gone as planned for the veteran quarterback or the team.
The setbacks began almost immediately, with Rodgers suffering a torn Achilles in Week 1 of the 2024 season, sidelining him for almost the entire year. This year, though Rodgers has returned healthy, his performance on the field has been far from what Jets fans had hoped for.
Currently, the Jets sit at a dismal 3-8 through their first 11 games of the season. Despite some flashes of promise early on, the team has struggled to find any rhythm offensively. Their most recent outing was a gut-wrenching 28-27 loss to the Indianapolis Colts, effectively ending any realistic hope of making the playoffs this year.
With a bye week now underway, the Jets face the difficult task of trying to salvage a disappointing campaign with six games remaining, starting with their matchup against the Seattle Seahawks next Sunday.
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The struggles on the field have reportedly eroded confidence within the organization, particularly from Jets owner Woody Johnson. Russini’s report also indicates that Johnson has lost faith in Rodgers’ ability to lead the franchise to success, which likely spells the end of the quarterback’s short-lived tenure in New York.
The team is expected to explore other quarterback options when free agency opens in March, as they look for a fresh start after the dismal performance this season.
Rodgers’ time in New York, once seen as a promising partnership that could turn the Jets into legitimate contenders, has instead been marred by injury, inconsistency, and unmet expectations.
After joining the Jets in 2024 via a high-profile trade from the Green Bay Packers, Rodgers was seen as the key to revitalizing a franchise that had long struggled to find sustained success. Fans were optimistic that the combination of a talented young roster and a Hall of Fame-caliber quarterback could be the catalyst for a playoff run.
However, the Achilles injury in his debut game brought all that hope crashing down. While Rodgers made a determined comeback for the 2025 season, his performance hasn’t been able to make up for the team’s shortcomings.
In 11 games this year, the veteran quarterback has thrown for 2,442 yards, with 17 touchdowns and seven interceptions. Despite these decent numbers, they haven’t translated into wins, and the lack of cohesion and inconsistency on both sides of the ball has left the Jets with a losing record.
For Rodgers, the upcoming offseason is likely to be filled with uncertainty. At 40 years old, the quarterback will be 41 by the start of the next season.
While his passion for the game remains intact, the physical toll of playing at the highest level is becoming increasingly evident. Yet, Rodgers is known for his competitive spirit, and it’s not surprising that he would want to prove he still has what it takes to compete in the NFL.
The question now is, which teams would be interested in taking a chance on the aging but accomplished quarterback?
There are certainly some teams around the league that could be intrigued by the idea of bringing in Rodgers, even at this late stage of his career. Despite his recent struggles, he remains one of the most talented quarterbacks in the game when healthy.
Teams with solid rosters but lacking a proven leader under center could see Rodgers as a short-term solution that provides immediate value.
One possible destination could be a team looking for an experienced quarterback to guide a young roster to the next level.
The Minnesota Vikings, for instance, may be interested in adding Rodgers if they feel they are just a veteran quarterback away from making a deep playoff run. Another possibility could be the Las Vegas Raiders, a team that has had its fair share of quarterback questions in recent seasons and might view Rodgers as a bridge to future success.
Rodgers’ familiarity with various offensive systems, his extensive postseason experience, and his ability to mentor younger players could make him an attractive candidate for a team seeking leadership.
However, any potential suitor will have to weigh the risks associated with signing a quarterback nearing the end of his career, particularly after a significant injury.
For the Jets, it seems like it’s back to the drawing board when it comes to their quarterback situation. The failed experiment with Rodgers has set the franchise back in their quest to find a stable solution at the position.
As they head into the offseason, the team will have to consider all available options, whether that means drafting a young quarterback, pursuing another veteran in free agency, or perhaps giving Zach Wilson, their previous high draft pick, another chance to prove himself.
Rodgers’ departure from New York will likely be another chapter in what has been a storied and sometimes tumultuous NFL career.
While his time with the Packers cemented his place as one of the all-time greats, his brief stint with the Jets will be remembered as a cautionary tale of what can go wrong, even when all the pieces seem to be in place. Still, for Rodgers, there is a strong desire to continue playing, and his fans know better than to count him out just yet.
Wherever Rodgers ends up, he will bring with him the knowledge and experience that comes with 18 years in the NFL, including countless playoff battles, four MVP awards, and a Super Bowl victory.
Whether he can recapture the magic of his prime remains to be seen, but it’s clear that Rodgers isn’t ready to ride off into the sunset just yet. The only thing left now is to see which team will be willing to take a chance on him, as he looks to close out his career on his own terms.
