The Jets may swiftly activate the highly-anticipated QB Aaron Rodgers to the 53-man roster, depending on tomorrow’s game result.
The Jets can activate Aaron Rodgers to the 53-man roster this week regardless of tomorrow’s result and keep him inactive on gamedays https://t.co/Rlj43YuCzW
— Jonathan Jones (@jjones9) December 17, 2023
The acclaimed quarterback has shown impressive progress in his recent rehabilitation following his Achilles surgery about three months ago.
The practice field at Nov 29th saw him stepping back onto the field, showcasing a commendable and rapid recovery.
If Rodgers hopes to take part in this season’s games, he has to be activated off IR (Injured Reserve) by Wednesday.
Sources mention that further deliberations on Monday, Tuesday might thrust clarity on the matter. Sunday’s game against Dolphins holds significant influence on the next move for Rodgers in this season.
Contrary to the hope of seeing Rodgers back on the field, some sources maintain that there’s a slim chance of Rodgers playing this season.
Some key figures of the organization, from a perspective of caution, suggest keeping Rodgers away from the sport until the next season.
Similarly, there exists hope as the Jets alienate themselves from playoffs if they lose and either the Browns, Texans, or Bills win their respective games tomorrow. If such circumstances prevail, Rodgers may not likely be activated, concluding his current season.
On the flip side, if the Jets gain victory, tripping their playoff chances to a potential 6-8, Rodgers might be permitted to be on the 53-man roster.
Yet, chances of him playing the next week would still be bleak. The game against Commanders on Dec 24, a hopeful target for Rodgers, might still be out of reach.
A lot of conditions remain variable; if Rodgers gets activated, he might either be inactive as the third QB or simply inactive.
Jets’ head coach Robert Saleh was seen acknowledging Rodgers’ visible improvements, often practicing under center and jogging amiably from one drill to another.
If the Jets stand no chance in the postseason, they plan to activate Rodgers on the 53-man roster next week ruling him inactive on game days.
Rodgers’ remarkable practice sessions of this week have been noteworthy, displaying an ardent determination to return.
If the Jets keep their pulse alive in the game, we might just see Rodgers back on the gridiron.
