Jets Part Ways with Rodgers, Plan for Future

The New York Jets have officially parted ways with quarterback Aaron Rodgers, ending a tumultuous two-year stint. Rodgers joined the Jets in 2023 but suffered a season-ending Achilles injury just four plays into his debut, and despite throwing for 3,897 yards and 28 touchdowns in the subsequent season, the team finished with a disappointing 5-12 record. New general manager Darren Mougey and head coach Aaron Glenn decided to move in a different direction, citing the need for clarity and planning for the future. Rodgers, who has one year of non-guaranteed money left on his contract, was thanked for his leadership and passion by team owner Woody Johnson. The Jets now face a $49 million dead money charge unless they designate Rodgers as a post-June 1 cut, which would allow them to spread the cap hit over two years.