The New York Jets, once again, faced disappointment in their recent game against the New England Patriots, resulting in a 25-22 loss in Week 8. Aaron Rodgers, the quarterback for the Jets, had a decent performance with 233 passing yards and two touchdowns, but overall, he has not met the high expectations set for him since joining the team. Rodgers, a four-time NFL MVP, had his previous season cut short due to an injury in the first game. Despite having a roster that was thought to be strong enough for a playoff run in the 2024 season, the Jets have struggled.
During a segment on ESPN’s “First Take,” Shannon Sharpe, a Pro Football Hall of Famer, did not hold back in his criticism of Rodgers. Sharpe described Rodgers as a “smug,” “cavalier,” and “condescending guy,” placing the blame for the Jets’ issues squarely on the quarterback’s shoulders. Sharpe pointed out the lack of mobility in Rodgers’ game, echoing comments made by Patriots defensive lineman Davon Godchauxk, who mentioned being able to catch Rodgers due to his limited mobility.
The Jets did acquire Davante Adams, a four-time Pro Bowler, in a trade with the Las Vegas Raiders, reuniting him with Rodgers. Despite this move, Sharpe emphasized the need for the Jets to address their ongoing struggles and highlighted the team’s reliance on Rodgers, which has not yielded positive results.
Criticism of the Jets continued on ESPN’s “Get Up,” with host Mike Greenberg labeling the team’s performance in the 2024 season as a colossal failure in sports history. Greenberg pointed out that the Jets had entrusted their franchise to Rodgers, which only seemed to make matters worse for the team.
Following the loss to the Patriots, Rodgers acknowledged the need for the team to focus on scoring more touchdowns rather than relying on field goals. The Jets are set to face the Houston Texans in Week 9, hoping to turn their season around with a quick turnaround.
Overall, the Jets’ struggles persist, with Rodgers facing increasing scrutiny for his performance and the team’s disappointing results. As the season progresses, all eyes will be on the Jets to see if they can overcome their challenges and salvage what remains of the 2024 campaign.
