QB Aaron Rodgers urges Jets’ to ‘grow up’ after bumpy start

Aaron Rodgers – refer to caption – CC BY-SA

Quarterback Aaron Rodgers has expressed concerns over the New York Jets’ offensive performance, urging his teammates to “grow up” after the bumpy start of this NFL season.

The Jets’ offensive unit has struggled to put up points without Rodgers. However, the quarterback was more concerned about what was happening on the field. He called for better composure and teamwork.

Rodgers addressed the issue during his weekly appearance on “The Pat McAfee Show.” He mentioned dissatisfaction with sideline discussions following Sunday’s 15-10 home loss to the New England Patriots.

“Too many little side conversations, and we just need to grow up a little bit on offense and lock in and do our jobs and not point fingers at each other,” Rodgers said.

Response to Joe Namath’s criticism

Rodgers also addressed Jets legend and Hall of Famer Joe Namath’s public criticism of Zach Wilson’s below-average performance against New England.

Last year, Wilson got benched twice by head coach Robert Saleh due to poor performance. However, Saleh and general manager Joe Douglas had a plan for Wilson to learn from Rodgers as his backup and eventually become the starter after Rodgers retired.

But when Rodgers got injured, they changed this plan. Surprisingly, they didn’t bring in a veteran quarterback to compete with or possibly replace Wilson as the starter, per Daily Mail report.

The former Green Bay Packers QB emphasized the importance of the team staying united.

“I want to see us stick together through the tough times,” Rodgers said.

“Let’s support the boys on the field. Let’s stick with our guys, and let’s have a little belief, because as we saw this weekend, anybody can beat anybody.”

Rodgers also discussed the Jets’ comeback last year as evidence that the current roster can recover. He pointed out that last year’s squad faced a similar 1-2 start but then achieved several remarkable victories, including a win against the Packers in Green Bay.

Rodgers had to watch the game against the Patriots at home due to his ongoing recovery from an Achilles tendon injury sustained in the season opener.