The New York Jets made a bold move by acquiring quarterback Aaron Rodgers on April 25th, 2023.
Unfortunately, Rodgers’ debut with the Jets was short-lived due to an Achilles injury after just 4 snaps on September 11th, 2023.
After a long wait, Rodgers finally started a game for the Jets on September 9th, 16 months after being traded. This moment was highly anticipated by fans and brought much excitement.
Now that the wait is over, how did Rodgers perform?
Let’s break down his stats:
- 13 completions on 21 attempts (61.9% completion rate)
- 169 passing yards (8.0 yards per attempt)
- 1 touchdown
- 1 interception
- 82.8 QB rating
- 51.1 QBR
Overall, Rodgers had a decent performance. While his stats were mixed, his yards per attempt stood out. His QBR placed him in the middle among Week 1 starters, reflecting a mediocre performance.
It’s important to note that Rodgers’ mediocrity still makes him one of the best quarterbacks in Jets history, highlighting the team’s struggles at the position in recent years.
Interestingly, Rodgers predominantly threw to his left in Week 1, raising questions about his passing distribution and potential discomfort.
This pattern is worth monitoring as it could impact the Jets’ offensive strategy and playoff chances if not addressed.