As the New York Jets' 2024 season, and his first full year as center, draws to a close, Aaron Rodgers' corner doesn't seem to be getting a lot of attention.
Former New York Jets star linebacker Bart Scott took issue with Rodgers' performance after the team's 19-9 loss to the Los Angeles Rams. Rodgers had 256 passing yards and one touchdown pass.
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New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers drops to catch a pass during a game against the Los Angeles Rams at MetLife Stadium on December 22, 2024 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Brad Penner Imagen Images)
The problem stemmed from Rodgers trying to catch his 500th touchdown pass. Rodgers is one touchdown pass away from doing so, joining Brett Favre, Peyton Manning, Drew Brees and Tom Brady as the only players with at least 500 touchdown passes.
Rodgers said he wished Davante Adams had caught the pass in the third quarter that could have resulted in a touchdown. That ended a 13-play drive that lasted nearly 10 minutes.
Scott wasn't happy with the whole situation.
“I can't believe I drive for 10 minutes and nothing gets done,” Scott said on the show. SNY Post Game Show. “And that's because you're going after a record, right? It's a sentimental record. And you're deciding who gets your record. And I think that's despicable. I think so.”
New York Jets linebacker Bart Scott during the Eagles' pregame warmups at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia on August 30, 2012. (Howard Smith-USA Today Sports)
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Former Jets offensive lineman Willie Colon agreed with Scott's assessment.
The Jets were up 9-9 on downs. The next drive ended in a fumble, a turnover on downs and a missed field goal.
Rodgers warned his teammates after the game.
“I think we’re a little past the ‘keep it positive’ thing,” Rodgers said. Via SNY. “I think it’s just a matter of perspective. Perspective tells your truth, and your truth creates your reality.
“So the reality of the situation is what it is. But your perspective is something that can change every day. So what you focus on right now is what matters most, not changing the reality of the situation. They are out of the playoffs with 4 wins and 11 losses and are entering an unknown offseason.
Rodgers then talked about what the next two weeks mean for the future of the organization.
New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers, 8, reacts after a fumble during a game against the Jaguars on December 15, 2024 at Everbank Stadium in Jacksonville, Florida. (Morgan Tenza – Image)
“You need to understand what it means to be a professional,” he said. “That's an important part of building a culture. You can really see over the last two weeks who's moving forward and who's ready to break out. It's just part of the game. I I've been on several teams that lost.'' It's interesting to see his practice habits and preparation habits.
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“Hopefully we do the right thing. It means a lot because everyone is watching and it's a who-knows business. There will be some interesting conversations in the coming weeks though. , I just want you to focus on the relationship we're building.'' Let's work together and try to end this like a pro. ”
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