In a heart-stopping moment for New York Jets fans during Monday night’s game against the San Francisco 49ers, memories of Aaron Rodgers’s Achilles tear on the first drive of last year’s first game came rushing back. The fear of history repeating itself was palpable in the stands.
However, Rodgers quickly put those fears to rest with his performance on the field. The 40-year-old quarterback appeared on the Pat McAfee Show on Tuesday to reassure everyone that he was feeling good and that there was no lingering Achilles pain from the game. “I actually felt good, and I really only took two shots,” Rodgers shared. “I felt like the pass protection was very nice all night, I didn’t have to do a whole lot. … I feel like I’m gonna keep getting more comfortable out there, meaning the more I play, the more potential for scrambles could happen with each game where I get even more confident and really letting loose. I feel 100%, but maybe I can do a little bit more every single week.”
This positive update from Rodgers is a relief for Jets fans, who can now breathe a sigh of relief knowing that their quarterback is feeling healthy as he embarks on his 20th NFL season. In the recent game, Rodgers put on a solid display, completing 13 of 21 passes for 167 yards, throwing one touchdown and one interception. He did face one sack, but overall, his performance was promising.
Looking ahead, the Jets will be aiming to secure their first win of the season as they face off against the Tennessee Titans on Sunday. With Rodgers in good shape and showing promising signs of improvement with each game, Jets fans can hold onto hope for a successful season ahead.