Aaron Rodgers He threw four touchdown passes and helped the New York Jets crush the Miami Dolphins' playoff hopes on Sunday night 32-30.
This may have been the 41-year-old midfielder's last game, as rumors of his impending retirement had swirled for weeks. Despite the lackluster season, Rodgers became the fifth player in NFL history to reach 500 career touchdown passes.
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New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers, No. 8, and wide receiver Allen Lazard, No. 10, celebrate Rodgers' touchdown pass during the second half of an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins on Sunday, January 5, 2025 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. . (AP Photo/Seth Wing)
Rodgers addressed his next steps after the game.
He added: “We will hold talks in the next few days.” Through my age. “Whatever happens there, I don't know if anything will be conclusive after that. But I just need some time away to think about my future in the game, and my future here if they want me to be a part of the next phase or if they're ready to move forward with both.” Either way, I'm grateful for the two years I spent here.”
Rodgers said he intends to meet with team owners Woody and Christopher Johnson. He added that he would not be “bothered or offended” by what they decided to do.
New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers, No. 8, looks on during the second half of an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins on Sunday, January 5, 2025 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (AP Photo/Seth Wing)
The Jets acquired Rodgers from Green Bay Packers Before the start of the 2023 season. He played four snaps in Week 1 before suffering a season-ending Achilles injury.
Disruption and poor effort create a negative narrative around the team. The Jets fired Robert Saleh and then general manager Joe Douglas midway through the season.
New York He finished the year 5-12.
New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers, No. 8, leaves the field after an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins on Sunday, January 5, 2025 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (AP Photo/Noah K. Murray)
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Rodgers had 3,897 passing yards and 28 touchdown passes. He started every match.
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