New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers is making a strong comeback to football after a 2023 season filled with injuries.
Kristopher Knox of Bleacher Report created reasonable predictions for several injured NFL stars, including Rodgers. In his article, Knox forecasted the expected performance for each player and offered some exciting information for Jets fans.
“Projected Stats: 17 Games Played, 4,211 Passing Yards, 26 Touchdowns, 10 Interceptions, 95.5 Quarterback Rating,” Knox disclosed.
Last season, these numbers would have ranked Rodgers sixth in the league for passing yards, ninth for passing touchdowns, and tied for 20th for interceptions. In QBR, Rodgers would have been the 10th best in the NFL. per ESPN.
While these anticipated statistical accomplishments may not be remarkable on a league level, they would be groundbreaking for the Jets franchise. would smash This 4,211-yard tally would be the highest passing yardage ever achieved by a Jets quarterback in a single season, making Rodgers only the second quarterback in team history to surpass the 4,000-yard mark. His 26 passing touchdowns would tie for the third best in team history.
In the history of the Jets franchise, only two quarterbacks have started at least 16 games while throwing 10 interceptions or fewer. Ken O’Brien achieved this feat in 1985 (eight interceptions with 25 touchdowns) and in 1990 (10 interceptions with 13 touchdowns).
According to these projections, Rodgers' 95.5 QBR would set a new record for a Jets quarterback in a single season, surpassing Chad Pennington's previous high of 64.2 in 2006.
A Complete Mystery Heading Into 2024
I've asked several Jets players, both on and off the record, about what to expect from Rodgers in 2024.
The response remains the same, “no idea.” This is the sentiment expressed by Jets punter
Thomas Morstead when I discussed the matter with him after the season. told me This isn't a player being evasive but rather one being truthful. Rodgers is currently 40 years old and will turn 41 in December 2024.
Having suffered a serious Achilles injury that sidelined him for the entire last season, Rodgers has historically shown that he performs differently when facing challenges. When doubted in the past, he has used it as motivation.
If that is truly what motivates him, then he should have plenty of inspiration following last year. The main topic of discussion in the league is whether Rodgers still possesses his previous skills after being absent for several years.
A-Rod skipped last season and was recovering from a “bad year” with the
Green Bay Packers before being traded to the Jets. Was that a sign of decline or just a series of unfortunate events [playing through an injury and a team falling apart around him]? We will discover the answer to that question early in the 2024 season.
Not MVP-Worthy, But…
Rodgers has been awarded the NFL’s MVP title four times.
These were his statistical accomplishments during each of those seasons:
4,643 passing yards, 45 passing touchdowns with six interceptions, and a 68.3% pass completion rate.
2011
4,381 yards thrown, 38 touchdowns thrown to five interceptions, and a 65.6% pass completion rate.
2014
4,299 yards thrown, 48 touchdowns thrown to five interceptions, and a 70.7% pass completion rate.
2020
4,115 yards thrown, 37 touchdowns thrown to four interceptions, and a 68.9% pass completion rate.
2021
The stats predictions from Knox wouldn't get him his fifth MVP trophy in 2024. However, it would position him well to lead his team to success.
One of the most important forecasts for Rodgers from Knox was playing 17 games. Going from just four snaps to a full season would be something every Jets fan would hope for, despite the other numbers.
When you combine these numbers with the Jets' existing skill talent, offensive line, and defense, the team stands a good chance to make a significant impact.
DraftKings Sportsbook revealed the AFC East title odds for 2024 and the Jets are tied for the second-best odds in the division.
Kristopher Knox of Bleacher Report anticipated an exceptional season for New York Jets QB Aaron Rodgers in 2024.
