Aaron Rodgers is maintaining a clear-eyed perspective following the New York Jets’ 32-19 loss to the San Francisco 49ers in their season opener. Despite his own modest performance, where he went 13-for-21 for 167 yards, including a touchdown and an interception, Rodgers is steering clear of making excuses for the defeat.
He expressed a strong stance against using his injury-riddled past season as a reason for the loss, emphasizing the need for the team to expect excellence regardless of past challenges. Rodgers acknowledged the positive moments of the game but highlighted the team’s inconsistency, particularly on first and second downs, and in their run game, which struggled to get Breece Hall involved.
Rodgers, who was playing in his first full game since 2022 due to his Achilles injury, shared his appreciation for returning to the field. He expressed gratitude towards his support system, including his surgeon, friends, and the Jets’ training staff. Despite the loss, he took some solace in the physicality of the game and the chance to reconnect with the sport.
Looking ahead, Rodgers pointed out areas for improvement but maintained optimism about the team’s potential. The Jets now face a short week before traveling to play the Titans, where they’ll aim to build on their performance and address the issues highlighted from their opener.
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