Aaron Rodgers tore his left Achilles tendon on the fourth snap of his New York Jets debut in Monday night’s 22-16 overtime win over the Buffalo Bills. Watch the Jets take on the Dallas Cowboys live on Sky Sports NFL from 9:25pm on Sunday
Last updated: 09/15/23 at 9:37 pm
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New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers was forced to sit out his Jets debut after an opening drive sack caused an Achilles tendon injury.
New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers was forced to sit out his Jets debut after an opening drive sack caused an Achilles tendon injury.
New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers says he will use doubters as motivation in his rehabilitation from Achilles tendon surgery and indicates he will play football again — perhaps even this season.
Rodgers tore his left Achilles tendon in the fourth snap of his debut with his new team on Monday night, a 22-16 overtime win over the Buffalo Bills.
The four-time NFL MVP underwent surgery Wednesday in Los Angeles.
“I guess what I would say is, give me the benefit of the doubt,” Rodgers said in an appearance. ESPN “The Pat McAfee Show” on Friday.
“Give me the timelines. Give me all the things that you think can or should happen or will happen because all I need is that little extra percentage of inspiration. That’s all I need.”
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“So give me your doubts, give me your predictions and then watch what I do.”
Rodgers’ surgery was performed by Dr. Neil El Atrash, a Los Angeles-based orthopedic surgeon who has worked with numerous professional athletes during his career. The 39-year-old midfielder faces a long and arduous recovery and rehabilitation from the injury.
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“There are definitely some odds against me based on age, but I like it,” Rodgers said. “Put the odds against me and see what happens.”
He said he has spoken to many people who have gone through similar injuries and the rehabilitation process.
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“My entire focus and dedication is on getting as much information as possible,” Rodgers said. “Then add to what you’ve already put together a very good rehabilitation plan which I think will shock some people.”
Rodgers did not set any timetable for his return, but he made it clear that he intends to play football again. He was asked if he meant this season — if the Jets make the playoffs.
“I’m not going to make any of those statements,” Rodgers said. “I don’t feel like it’s fair to me. I think, like Kevin Garnett said, anything is possible.”
Watch the Kansas City Chiefs at Jacksonville Jaguars live on Sky Sports NFL from 6pm on Sunday, followed by the New York Jets on the road against the Dallas Cowboys from 9.25pm; The Miami Dolphins then face the New England Patriots on Sunday Night Football.
