Aaron Rodgers threw four touchdown passes and helped the New York Jets crush the Miami Dolphins’ playoff hopes Sunday night, 32-30.
It may have been the 41-year-old quarterback’s last game, as rumors have circulated for weeks about his impending retirement. Despite the lackluster season, Rodgers became the fifth player in NFL history to reach the 500 career touchdown pass mark.
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New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers, #8, and wide receiver Allen Lazard, #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 York. Jersey. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
Rodgers addressed his next steps after the game.
“We will have conversations in the coming days,” he said via SNY. “Whatever happens after that, I don’t know if anything will be final after that. But I just need some time to think about my future in the game and my future here if they want me to be a part of it.” of the next phase or if they are ready to move forward. Either way, I’m grateful for my two years here.”
Rodgers said he intended to meet with team owners Woody and Christopher Johnson. He added that he would not feel “upset or offended” by what they decide to do.
New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers, #8, watches 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 Wenig)
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The Jets acquired Rodgers from the Green Bay Packers before the start of the 2023 season. He played four snaps in Week 1 before suffering an Achilles injury that ended his season.
The turmoil and lackadaisical effort created a negative narrative around the team. The Jets fired Robert Saleh and then general manager Joe Douglas midseason.
New York finished the year 5-12.
New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers, #8, leaves the field following an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins on Sunday, January 5, 2025 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (AP Photo/Noah K. Murray)
Rodgers had 3,897 passing yards and 28 touchdown passes. He started every game.
