Rodgers celebrates win over Jets after stellar Steelers debut
New Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers nonetheless appears to be like good and nonetheless holds grudges.
Rodgers made his debut for the Steelers on Sunday in a street recreation in opposition to the New York Jets, his former crew. New York lower Rodgers this offseason after he posted a 6-12 beginning document in two seasons with the membership.
The 41-year-old QB received his revenge on Sunday, main the Steelers to a 34-32 victory. In his postgame information convention, he made certain to let reporters know the way he felt concerning the win.
Aaron Rodgers admits it felt nice to beat Jets
“I used to be pleased to beat everyone related to the Jets,” Rodgers stated when requested how he felt about beating his former crew.
In March, Jets proprietor Woody Johnson stated he, new head coach Aaron Glenn and new common supervisor Darren Mougey agreed to chop Rodgers.
Rodgers has stated the choice “shocked” him. He then defined he was shocked the Jets made him fly again out to their facility as an alternative of telling him of his launch over a cellphone name. The Jets might’ve proven extra respect to Rodgers, however on the time, it appeared like the proper selection for the crew.
Rodgers suffered a season-ending proper Achilles damage in his first season with the crew. When wholesome, he underwhelmed. The four-time MVP accomplished a below-average 62.9% of his passes for 3,897 yards, 28 touchdowns and 11 interceptions in 18 video games with the Jets.
Unsurprisingly, many have urged the long run Corridor of Famer is washed up. Pair that together with his bitterness concerning the Jets releasing him, and that could be giving Rodgers loads of motivation this season.
That was obvious in his wonderful efficiency on Sunday. Rodgers completed 22-of-30 passing for 244 yards and 4 TDs in opposition to the Jets.
Rodgers has already indicated the 2025 season will seemingly be his final. On his means out, he nonetheless desires to settle some scores. He began Sunday with the Jets.
