Devastating Injury
The team confirmed the devastating news on Tuesday, announcing that the 39-year-old Super Bowl champion will be sidelined for the remainder of the season after an MRI revealed a complete tear in his left Achilles tendon.
Key Takeaway
Aaron Rodgers’ first season with the Jets has come to a premature end due to a torn Achilles tendon. The 39-year-old quarterback will be sidelined for the rest of the 2023 season, leaving the team to rely on backup Zach Wilson. The injury raises questions about Rodgers’ ability to recover and return to his dominant form in the future.
Initial Scans and Confirmation
Initial X-rays were negative, giving a glimmer of hope that Rodgers might have just suffered a high ankle sprain. Unfortunately for Rodgers and the Jets, Tuesday’s scans confirmed the worst.
Turning to the Backup
Now, the once Super Bowl contenders will turn to backup quarterback Zach Wilson… with hopes of salvaging a successful season without their star player under center.
Recovery and Future
Rodgers has endured numerous injuries throughout his career, but this is by far the most serious one, leaving many to wonder if he will be able to recover and return to the form that has seen him dominate the field thus far.
